Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
woytkowskii
ID:
115770

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.B.Jones) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 106(3): 626 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115099



Common Names

  • Brachythecium Moss
  • Emodi-Glaucum Moss
  • Rough-Stalked Moss


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia lambayequensis S.B.Jones [unknown]
  • Vernonia woytkowskii S.B.Jones [unknown]

Description

Critoniopsis woytkowskii (also called 'Woytkowski's Critoniopsis', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is found in moist grasslands and woodlands, and grows to a height of 1-2 m.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis woytkowskii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critoniopsis woytkowskii is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis woytkowskii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in about two weeks. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in about two weeks.

Where to Find Critoniopsis woytkowskii

Critoniopsis woytkowskii is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, where it is found in the states of Bahia and Espírito Santo.

Critoniopsis woytkowskii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis woytkowskii?

Critoniopsis woytkowskii

What is the common name of Critoniopsis woytkowskii?

Woytkowski's Critoniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Critoniopsis woytkowskii?

Forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-76573: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Samuel Boscom Jones (1933-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.B.Jones' in the authors string.