Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
69274

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46(7): 439 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068603



Common Names

  • Cuatrecasas' critoniopsis
  • Mexican critoniopsis
  • Mexican sunray


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Description

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii (also called Cuatrecasas' Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, gray-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii can be found in the Andes mountain range of South America.

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii?

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii

What is the natural habitat of Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii?

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii is native to Colombia and Venezuela.

What is the flowering period of Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii?

Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii typically flowers from March to May.

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,

References