Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
violaceum
ID:
599576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27: 180 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598908

Common Names

  • Chaenostoma violaceum
  • Violet Chaenostoma
  • Violet Chaenostoma

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Description

Chaenostoma violaceum (also called 'Violet Chaenostoma', among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant with violet stems and leaves. It is native to South America, and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenostoma violaceum 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 violaceum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Chaenostoma violaceum: Chaenostoma violaceum 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 violaceum

Chaenostoma violaceum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Chaenostoma violaceum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Chaenostoma violaceum?

Chaenostoma violaceum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What type of soil does Chaenostoma violaceum prefer?

Chaenostoma violaceum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How often should Chaenostoma violaceum be watered?

Chaenostoma violaceum should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry.

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801502-1: 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].