Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
cristagalli
ID:
392992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rech.f. & Riedl) Kamelin & Raenko

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 70: 1117 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392324



Common Names

  • Cristagalli Paracaryum
  • Paracaryum cristagalli
  • Cristagalli Paracaryum


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Description

Paracaryum cristagalli (also called Cristagalli Paracaryum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Paracaryum cristagalli has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin conditions. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paracaryum cristagalli is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paracaryum cristagalli is a tropical plant that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a warm, moist environment and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach up to 3 feet in height.

Where to Find Paracaryum cristagalli

Paracaryum cristagalli can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Paracaryum cristagalli FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paracaryum cristagalli?

Paracaryum cristagalli

What is the common name of Paracaryum cristagalli?

Cristagalli Paracaryum

What are the uses of Paracaryum cristagalli?

The leaves of Paracaryum cristagalli are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Kamelin (1938-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamelin' in the authors string.
Harald Udo von Riedl (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riedl' in the authors string.
L.M. Raenko: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raenko' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915335-1: Based on the initial data import