Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
ilicifolium
ID:
627117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 116 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626449



Common Names

  • Crossopetalum ilicifolium
  • Ilicifolium Crossopetalum
  • Crossopetalum


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Synonyms

  • Rhacoma nana M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Crossopetalum floridanum J.R.Gardn. [unknown]
  • Myginda ilicifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Rhacoma ilicifolia (Poir.) Trel. [unknown]
  • Myginda ilicifolia acutifolia DC. [unknown]

Description

Crossopetalum ilicifolium (also called holly-leaved crossopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crossopetalum ilicifolium has been used in traditional medicine for treating diabetes, as a diuretic, and for treating gastrointestinal disorders. It has also been used as a dye and for making baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crossopetalum ilicifolium has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossopetalum ilicifolium can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Crossopetalum ilicifolium

Crossopetalum ilicifolium can be found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.

Crossopetalum ilicifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossopetalum ilicifolium?

Crossopetalum ilicifolium

What is the common name of Crossopetalum ilicifolium?

Holly-leaved Crossopetalum

Where is Crossopetalum ilicifolium found?

Central America

Species in the Crossopetalum genus

Crossopetalum aquifolium, Crossopetalum bredemeyeri, Crossopetalum coriaceum, Crossopetalum cristalense, Crossopetalum decussatum, Crossopetalum densiflorum, Crossopetalum ekmanii, Crossopetalum enervium, Crossopetalum filipes, Crossopetalum gaumeri, Crossopetalum glabrum, Crossopetalum gomezii, Crossopetalum ilicifolium, Crossopetalum lanceifolium, Crossopetalum lobatum, Crossopetalum macrocarpum, Crossopetalum managuatillo, Crossopetalum microphyllum, Crossopetalum minimiflorum, Crossopetalum orientale, Crossopetalum oxyphyllum, Crossopetalum panamense, Crossopetalum parviflorum, Crossopetalum pungens, Crossopetalum rhacoma, Crossopetalum riparium, Crossopetalum rostratum, Crossopetalum scoparium, Crossopetalum shaferi, Crossopetalum standleyi, Crossopetalum subsessile, Crossopetalum ternifolium, Crossopetalum theodes, Crossopetalum uragoga, Crossopetalum bokdamii, Crossopetalum mossambicense, Crossopetalum serrulatum,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2743120: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.