Status:
valid
Authors:
V.W.Steinm.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 166: 236 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339925
Common Names
- Croton Lindquistii
- Lindquistii Croton
- Lindquistii Spurge
Description
Croton lindquistii (also called 'Lindquist's Croton', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit. It is native to the Himalayas, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Croton lindquistii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Croton lindquistii is a white-cream coloured spike, with each individual flower having five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black colour. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Croton lindquistii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Croton lindquistii
Croton lindquistii is native to India.
Croton lindquistii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Croton lindquistii?
Croton lindquistii
What are the common names of Croton lindquistii?
Lindquist's Croton
Where is Croton lindquistii native to?
Africa
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,