Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
elegans
ID:
933761

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.T.Pereira & K.M.Wong

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 6: 48 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933099



Common Names

  • Crypteronia elegans
  • Crypteronia-Elegans
  • Crypteronia Elegans


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Description

Crypteronia elegans (also called Elegant Crypteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crypteronia elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crypteronia elegans is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and thin, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crypteronia elegans is a shrub that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be rooted in a moist medium such as sand or perlite.

Where to Find Crypteronia elegans

Crypteronia elegans is native to India and can be found in moist, shady forests.

References

Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
Joan T. Pereira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Pereira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:985710-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.