Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
ternifolium
ID:
627146

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Alain

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 92: 296 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626478



Common Names

  • Crossopetalum ternifolium
  • Ternifolium Crossopetalum
  • Crossopetalum


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Synonyms

  • Rhacoma ternifolia Urb. [unknown]

Description

Crossopetalum ternifolium (also called Three-Leaved Crossopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crossopetalum ternifolium 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crossopetalum ternifolium sub. ternifolium
Crossopetalum ternifolium sub. moaense Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crossopetalum ternifolium is white in color and has four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossopetalum ternifolium is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Crossopetalum ternifolium

Crossopetalum ternifolium is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Tanzania.

Crossopetalum ternifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossopetalum ternifolium?

Crossopetalum ternifolium

What is the common name of Crossopetalum ternifolium?

Ternate Crossopetalum

What is the natural habitat of Crossopetalum ternifolium?

Rainforest

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-2743148: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.