Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tsingyensis
ID:
627071

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 390 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626403



Common Names

  • Crossandra tsingyensis
  • Tsingyensis Crossandra
  • Tsingyensis


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Description

Crossandra tsingyensis (also called African flame flower, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Madagascar. It has bright orange-red flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crossandra tsingyensis is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic and for treating fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crossandra tsingyensis 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 tsingyensis is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant compact and encourage flowering. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or by division of the root ball.

Where to Find Crossandra tsingyensis

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

Crossandra tsingyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossandra tsingyensis?

Crossandra tsingyensis

What is the common name of Crossandra tsingyensis?

Crossandra

What is the family of Crossandra tsingyensis?

Acanthaceae

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.