Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1901: 128 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598898
Common Names
- Chaenostoma subnudum
- Nearly Naked Chaenostoma
- Nearly Naked Chaenostoma
Description
Chaenostoma subnudum (also called 'Naked-stemmed Chaenostoma', among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant with naked stems and leaves. It is native to South America, and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chaenostoma subnudum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for treating fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chaenostoma subnudum has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Chaenostoma subnudum: Chaenostoma subnudum is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Chaenostoma subnudum
Chaenostoma subnudum is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Chaenostoma subnudum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chaenostoma subnudum?
Chaenostoma subnudum
What is the common name of Chaenostoma subnudum?
Subnude Chaenostoma
What is the natural habitat of Chaenostoma subnudum?
Chaenostoma subnudum is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and grasslands
Species in the Chaenostoma genus
Chaenostoma aethiopicum,
Chaenostoma affine,
Chaenostoma archeri,
Chaenostoma caeruleum,
Chaenostoma calciphilum,
Chaenostoma calycinum,
Chaenostoma campanulatum,
Chaenostoma cinereum,
Chaenostoma comptonii,
Chaenostoma cordatum,
Chaenostoma debile,
Chaenostoma decipiens,
Chaenostoma denudatum,
Chaenostoma floribundum,
Chaenostoma glabratum,
Chaenostoma glanduliferum,
Chaenostoma halimifolium,
Chaenostoma hispidum,
Chaenostoma impeditum,
Chaenostoma integrifolium,
Chaenostoma langebergense,
Chaenostoma leve,
Chaenostoma longipedicellatum,
Chaenostoma macrosiphon,
Chaenostoma marifolium,
Chaenostoma multiramosum,
Chaenostoma neglectum,
Chaenostoma paniculatum,
Chaenostoma patrioticum,
Chaenostoma pauciflorum,
Chaenostoma placidum,
Chaenostoma platysepalum,
Chaenostoma polelense,
Chaenostoma polyanthum,
Chaenostoma racemosum,
Chaenostoma revolutum,
Chaenostoma roseoflavum,
Chaenostoma rotundifolium,
Chaenostoma septentrionale,
Chaenostoma subnudum,
Chaenostoma subsessile,
Chaenostoma subspicatum,
Chaenostoma tenuicaule,
Chaenostoma titanophilum,
Chaenostoma uncinatum,
Chaenostoma violaceum,
Chaenostoma neglectum,
Species in the Scrophulariaceae family
Alonsoa acutifolia,
Alonsoa auriculata,
Alonsoa caulialata,
Alonsoa hirsuta,
Alonsoa honoraria,
Alonsoa linearis,
Alonsoa meridionalis,
Alonsoa minor,
Alonsoa pallida,
Alonsoa peduncularis,
Alonsoa serrata,
Alonsoa unilabiata,
Ameroglossum pernambucense,
Ameroglossum manoel-felixii,
Ameroglossum alatum,
Ameroglossum asperifolium,
Ameroglossum bicolor,
Ameroglossum fulniorum,
Ameroglossum genaroanum,
Ameroglossum intermedium,
Ameroglossum xukuruorum,
Androya decaryi,
Antherothamnus pearsonii,
Anticharis arabica,
Anticharis ebracteata,
Anticharis glandulosa,
Anticharis imbricata,
Anticharis inflata,
Anticharis juncea,
Anticharis scoparia,
Anticharis senegalensis,
Anticharis namibensis,
Anticharis kaokoensis,
Anticharis angolensis,
Aptosimum albomarginatum,
Aptosimum arenarium,
Aptosimum decumbens,
Aptosimum elongatum,
Aptosimum eriocephalum,
Aptosimum glandulosum,
Aptosimum gossweileri,
Aptosimum indivisum,
Aptosimum lineare,
Aptosimum marlothii,
Aptosimum molle,
Aptosimum neglectum,
Aptosimum patulum,
Aptosimum procumbens,
Aptosimum pumilum,
Aptosimum spinescens,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801497-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].