Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
95972

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 106(3): 625 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095301



Common Names

  • Uniflora Critoniopsis
  • Critoniopsis Single Flower
  • Critoniopsis Uniflora


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia uniflora Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cacalia baptizanda Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Critoniopsis uniflora (also called One-flowered Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It has small yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis uniflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, fever, and liver diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critoniopsis uniflora is yellow in color and has a single row of petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white tuft attached. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves that are deeply lobed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis uniflora is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.

Where to Find Critoniopsis uniflora

Critoniopsis uniflora can be found in the coastal areas of Chile and Peru.

Critoniopsis uniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis uniflora?

Critoniopsis uniflora

What is the family of Critoniopsis uniflora?

Asteraceae

Where is Critoniopsis uniflora found?

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,

References

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:982358-1: Based on the initial data import