Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cryptantha
ID:
558730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Clos) Reiche

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 17 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558062



Common Names

  • Azorella cryptantha
  • Cryptantha Azorella
  • Cryptantha Yareta


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Synonyms

  • Mulinum cryptanthum Clos [unknown]
  • Mulinum integrifolium Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Azorella cryptantha (also called Cryptic False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small white or pink flowers and grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Azorella cryptantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a source of fuel and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Azorella cryptantha has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and delicate, with white or pink flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Azorella cryptantha is a deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of pH levels. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. These cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Azorella cryptantha

Azorella cryptantha is native to the Andes mountains in South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Azorella cryptantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Azorella cryptantha?

Azorella cryptantha

What is the common name of Azorella cryptantha?

Cryptanthe Yareta

What is the natural habitat of Azorella cryptantha?

Azorella cryptantha is native to the mountains of South America

Species in the Azorella genus

Azorella ameghinoi, Azorella aretioides, Azorella biloba, Azorella cockaynei, Azorella compacta, Azorella concolor, Azorella corymbosa, Azorella crassipes, Azorella crenata, Azorella cryptantha, Azorella cuatrecasasii, Azorella diapensioides, Azorella diversifolia, Azorella exigua, Azorella filamentosa, Azorella fragosea, Azorella fuegiana, Azorella glacialis, Azorella haastii, Azorella hookeri, Azorella julianii, Azorella lycopodioides, Azorella macquariensis, Azorella madreporica, Azorella monantha, Azorella monteroi, Azorella multifida, Azorella nitens, Azorella nivalis, Azorella pallida, Azorella patagonica, Azorella pedunculata, Azorella pulvinata, Azorella ranunculus, Azorella selago, Azorella spinosa, Azorella trifoliolata, Azorella trifoliolata, Azorella trifurcata, Azorella colensoi, Azorella schizeilema, Azorella boelckei, Azorella burkartii, Azorella lyallii, Azorella polaris, Azorella robusta, Azorella albovaginata, Azorella atacamensis, Azorella echegarayi, Azorella echinus,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2667421: Based on the initial data import
Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.