Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cinerea
ID:
9403

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & S.Obando

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 26(100): 350 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008732



Common Names

  • Critoniopsis Cinerea
  • Grey Critoniopsis
  • Grey Critonia


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Description

Critoniopsis cinerea (also called Grey Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis cinerea is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critoniopsis cinerea is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis cinerea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Critoniopsis cinerea

Critoniopsis cinerea is native to South America, particularly Argentina and Uruguay. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Critoniopsis cinerea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis cinerea?

Critoniopsis cinerea

What type of plant is Critoniopsis cinerea?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Critoniopsis cinerea native to?

It is native to South America

Species in the Critoniopsis genus

Critoniopsis stellata, Critoniopsis brachystephana, Critoniopsis popayanensis, Critoniopsis franciscana, Critoniopsis tungurahuae, Critoniopsis quinqueflora, Critoniopsis magdalenae, Critoniopsis cinerea, Critoniopsis harlingii, Critoniopsis mucida, Critoniopsis bogotana, Critoniopsis paucartambensis, Critoniopsis gynoxiifolia, Critoniopsis aristeguietae, Critoniopsis palaciosii, Critoniopsis tamana, Critoniopsis sagasteguii, Critoniopsis jaramilloi, Critoniopsis floribunda, Critoniopsis killipii, Critoniopsis huilensis, Critoniopsis duncanii, Critoniopsis autumnalis, Critoniopsis jalcana, Critoniopsis pendula, Critoniopsis oblongifolia, Critoniopsis lindenii, Critoniopsis macphersonii, Critoniopsis jelskii, Critoniopsis zamorensis, Critoniopsis sodiroi, Critoniopsis persetosa, Critoniopsis occidentalis, Critoniopsis nonoensis, Critoniopsis unguiculata, Critoniopsis quillonensis, Critoniopsis choquetangensis, Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii, Critoniopsis boliviana, Critoniopsis cajamarcensis, Critoniopsis elbertiana, Critoniopsis diazii, Critoniopsis glandulata, Critoniopsis paradoxa, Critoniopsis dorrii, Critoniopsis macrofoliata, Critoniopsis cerulosa, Critoniopsis yamboyensis, Critoniopsis meridensis, Critoniopsis uniflosculosa,

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,

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