Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
enigmaticus
ID:
1302935

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.E.Berry & B.W.van Ee

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Candollea 71: 333 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315389



Common Names

  • Croton enigmaticus
  • Enigmatic Croton
  • Enigmatic Croton-weed


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Description

Croton enigmaticus (also called Enigmatic Croton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Croton enigmaticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds, skin infections, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Croton enigmaticus are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton enigmaticus is a shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Croton enigmaticus

Croton enigmaticus is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Croton enigmaticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton enigmaticus?

Croton enigmaticus

What is the natural habitat of Croton enigmaticus?

Dry deciduous forests of Madagascar

What is the conservation status of Croton enigmaticus?

Endangered

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

Paul Edward Berry (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Berry' in the authors string.
Benjamin William van Ee (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.W.van Ee' in the authors string.