Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
socotranum
ID:
906554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh 12: 91 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000905889



Common Names

  • Coelocarpum socotranum
  • Socotranum Coelocarpum
  • Socotranum's Coelocarpum


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Description

Coelocarpum socotranum (also called Socotran Coelocarpum, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to the African continent. It has narrow, flat leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Coelocarpum socotranum is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelocarpum socotranum flowers are small and yellow, with awns that are 1-2 cm long. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and brown. The seedlings are short and slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelocarpum socotranum is a species of wild wheat native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It is a diploid species with a basic chromosome number of 14. It is an annual plant that grows to a height of 30-50 cm. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers sunny locations and is tolerant of drought. It is a hardy species and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Coelocarpum socotranum

Coelocarpum socotranum is native to the island of Socotra and can be found in the dry, rocky soils of the island.

Coelocarpum socotranum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelocarpum socotranum?

Coelocarpum socotranum

What is the common name of Coelocarpum socotranum?

Socotra coelocarpum

What is the family of Coelocarpum socotranum?

Asteraceae

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:862590-1: 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].