Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pyrophila
ID:
627051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 45: 132 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626383



Common Names

  • Crossandra pyrophila
  • Pyrophila Crossandra
  • Crossandra Pyrophila


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Description

Crossandra pyrophila (also called Fire-Loving Crossandra, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. It has bright yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crossandra pyrophila is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crossandra pyrophila are bright orange with yellow centers and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossandra pyrophila can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Crossandra pyrophila

Crossandra pyrophila is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Mozambique.

Crossandra pyrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossandra pyrophila?

Crossandra pyrophila

What is the common name of Crossandra pyrophila?

Crossandra

What type of plant is Crossandra pyrophila?

Evergreen shrub

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

Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.