Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tinctoria
ID:
853440

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) A.Juss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
De Euphorbiacearum Generibus ... Tentamen 1824

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852775

Common Names

  • Dyer's Croton
  • Dyer's Crozophora
  • Dyer's Tinctoria

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Description

Chrozophora tinctoria (also called Dyer's Weed, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in dry, sunny areas, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Chrozophora tinctoria is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrozophora tinctoria has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrozophora tinctoria can be propagated by seed or vegetative means. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate drought and some shade. It can be pruned to maintain a neat appearance.

Where to Find Chrozophora tinctoria

Chrozophora tinctoria is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Chrozophora tinctoria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrozophora tinctoria?

Chrozophora tinctoria

What is the common name of Chrozophora tinctoria?

Dyer's croton

What is the family of Chrozophora tinctoria?

Euphorbiaceae

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-39838: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.