Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
fruticulosa
ID:
627000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 30: 112 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626332



Common Names

  • Crossandra fruticulosa
  • Shrub Crossandra
  • Shrub Firecracker Plant


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Description

Crossandra fruticulosa (also called Shrubby Crossandra, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It is characterized by its bright yellow-orange flowers and its long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crossandra fruticulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crossandra fruticulosa is a bright yellow with a white center, and the seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves and a yellow-green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossandra fruticulosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Crossandra fruticulosa

Crossandra fruticulosa is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Crossandra fruticulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossandra fruticulosa?

Crossandra fruticulosa

What are the common names of Crossandra fruticulosa?

Bush Crossandra, Shrub Crossandra

What is the natural habitat of Crossandra fruticulosa?

Crossandra fruticulosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Species in the Crossandra genus

Crossandra acutiloba, Crossandra albolineata, Crossandra angolensis, Crossandra arenicola, Crossandra armandii, Crossandra baccarinii, Crossandra benoistii, Crossandra cephalostachya, Crossandra cinnabarina, Crossandra cloiselii, Crossandra douillotii, Crossandra flava, Crossandra flavicaulis, Crossandra friesiorum, Crossandra fruticulosa, Crossandra grandidieri, Crossandra greenstockii, Crossandra horrida, Crossandra humbertii, Crossandra infundibuliformis, Crossandra isaloensis, Crossandra johanninae, Crossandra leikipiensis, Crossandra leucodonta, Crossandra longehirsuta, Crossandra longipes, Crossandra longispica, Crossandra massaica, Crossandra mucronata, Crossandra multidentata, Crossandra nilotica, Crossandra nobilis, Crossandra obanensis, Crossandra pilosa, Crossandra pinguior, Crossandra poissonii, Crossandra praecox, Crossandra primuloides, Crossandra puberula, Crossandra pungens, Crossandra pyrophila, Crossandra quadridentata, Crossandra raripila, Crossandra rupestris, Crossandra spinescens, Crossandra spinosa, Crossandra stenandrium, Crossandra stenostachya, Crossandra strobilifera, Crossandra subacaulis,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.