Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biloba
ID:
1034930

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) J.H.Ross

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Muelleria15: 11 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001034268



Common Names

  • Cristonia biloba
  • Biloba Cristonia
  • Biloba Cristonia Plant


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Uses & Benefits

Cristonia biloba is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and its leaves are used to make tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cristonia biloba sub. pubescens I.Thomps.
Cristonia biloba sub. biloba

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cristonia biloba is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cristonia biloba is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be pruned in late winter to promote new growth.

Where to Find Cristonia biloba

Cristonia biloba is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Species in the Cristonia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
James Henderson Ross (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Ross' in the authors string.