Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
44637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sagást. & M.O.Dillon

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 5(1): 20. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043966



Common Names

  • Oblongifolia Critoniopsis
  • Critoniopsis
  • Oblongifolia


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Description

Critoniopsis oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and oblong leaves. It is native to South America and grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It can also be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critoniopsis oblongifolia is white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis oblongifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Critoniopsis oblongifolia

Critoniopsis oblongifolia is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Critoniopsis oblongifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis oblongifolia?

Critoniopsis oblongifolia

What is the common name of Critoniopsis oblongifolia?

Oblong-leaved Critoniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Critoniopsis oblongifolia?

Critoniopsis oblongifolia is found in rocky outcrops, dry grasslands, and open woodlands in South Africa.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-142531: Based on the initial data import
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.