Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cincta
ID:
835369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Caruzo & Cordeiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 34: 573 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834704



Common Names

  • Astraea cincta
  • Cincta Astraea
  • Astraea Cincta


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Description

Astraea cincta (also called Cincta Astraea, among many other common names) is a succulent of the Asphodelaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry savannas. It has small, yellow flowers and can reach up to 2 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Astraea cincta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source. It is also used to make cosmetics and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astraea cincta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astraea cincta is a tropical coral native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from fragments or cuttings. Fragments should be placed in a well-drained substrate and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature corals and planted in a well-drained substrate. The corals should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astraea cincta

Astraea cincta is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Astraea cincta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astraea cincta?

Astraea cincta

What is the common name of Astraea cincta?

Cincta Astraea

What is the natural habitat of Astraea cincta?

Tropical and subtropical regions in the Caribbean

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-371893: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Inês Cordeiro (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordeiro' in the authors string.
Maria Beatriz Rossi Caruzo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Caruzo' in the authors string.