Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
206677

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schindl.) Bakh.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia6: 92 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206006



Common Names

  • Parviflora Christia
  • Parviflora Rosewood
  • Christia parviflora


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Synonyms

  • Lourea parviflora Schindl. [valid]

Description

Christia parviflora (also called 'Small-Flowered Christia', among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Christia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Christia parviflora are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Christia parviflora is a tropical shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is a slow-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Christia parviflora

Christia parviflora is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests, especially in Thailand.

Christia parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Christia parviflora?

Christia parviflora

What is the common name of Christia parviflora?

Parviflora Christia

What is the natural habitat of Christia parviflora?

It is found in tropical rainforests of New Guinea

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

IPNI record: 486278-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001059010
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13057427: Originally associated with wfo-0001059010
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13057427: Originally associated with wfo-0001059010
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:486278-1: Based on the initial data import