Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cnidophyllus
ID:
928343

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 186 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000927680



Common Names

  • Cnidophyllus Croton
  • Cnidophyllus Spurge
  • Cnidophyllus Codiaeum


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Description

Croton cnidophyllus (also called Cnidophyll croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Colombia. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves with yellow veins and yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Croton cnidophyllus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Croton cnidophyllus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round nut. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton cnidophyllus is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and rich in organic matter. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Croton cnidophyllus

Croton cnidophyllus is found in South America, from Colombia to Peru.

Species in the Croton genus

Croton acutifolius, Croton aridus, Croton arlineae, Croton bigbendensis, Croton corinthius, Croton decalvatus, Croton dissectistipulatus, Croton faroensis, Croton kongkandanus, Croton mamillatus, Croton megistocarpus, Croton minimus, Croton multicaulis, Croton mutabilis, Croton poomae, Croton rarus, Croton rosarianus, Croton simulans, Croton sousae, Croton waterhouseae, Croton araracuarae, Croton gomezii, Croton jorgei, Croton nepalensis, Croton atrostellatus, Croton floccosus, Croton longibracteatus, Croton subasperrimum, Croton yangchunensis, Croton mayanus, Croton chodatii, Croton muellerianus, Croton pygmaeus, Croton imbricatus, Croton carpostellatus, Croton laceratoglandulosus, Croton balsensis, Croton leonis, Croton revolutus, Croton churutensis, Croton alainii, Croton maestrensis, Croton microcarpus, Croton campanulatus, Croton jamaicensis, Croton borbensis, Croton heptalon, Croton domatifer, Croton stellatoferrugineus, Croton thomasii,

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-49642: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.