Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nicaraguensis
ID:
121719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 22: 50 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121048



Common Names

  • Nicaraguan Critonia
  • Nicaraguan Daisy
  • Nicaraguan Fleabane


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Description

Critonia nicaraguensis (also called Nicaraguan Critonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It typically grows to a height of 0.6-1.2 m and has a hairy stem with grey-green leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Critonia nicaraguensis is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Critonia nicaraguensis has yellow flowers with a white center and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critonia nicaraguensis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clumps in the spring. The divisions should be planted in the same soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Critonia nicaraguensis

Critonia nicaraguensis is native to Nicaragua and can be found in the departments of Carazo, Granada, and Masaya.

Critonia nicaraguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critonia nicaraguensis?

Critonia nicaraguensis

What is the common name of Critonia nicaraguensis?

Nicaraguan Critonia

What is the natural habitat of Critonia nicaraguensis?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in Central America.

Species in the Critonia genus

Critonia eggersii, Critonia yashanalensis, Critonia daleoides, Critonia campechensis, Critonia heteroneura, Critonia hemipteropoda, Critonia inaequidens, Critonia pseudodalea, Critonia siltepecana, Critonia stigmatica, Critonia megaphylla, Critonia heathiae, Critonia portoricensis, Critonia quadrangularis, Critonia tuxtiae, Critonia paneroi, Critonia wilburii, Critonia bartlettii, Critonia hospitalis, Critonia naiguatensis, Critonia aromatisans, Critonia breedlovei, Critonia laurifolia, Critonia platychaeta, Critonia morifolia, Critonia macropoda, Critonia nubigenus, Critonia sexangularis, Critonia lozanoana, Critonia imbricata, Critonia dalea, Critonia iltisii, Critonia tuxtlae, Critonia arachnoidea, Critonia nicaraguensis, Critonia conzattii, Critonia parviflora, Critonia dominicensis, Critonia hebebotrya, Critonia billbergiana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82281: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.