Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
crinita
ID:
749721

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) C.L.Lim

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 62: 258 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749054



Common Names

  • Codonoboea crinita
  • Crinita Codonoboea
  • Hairy Codonoboea


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Synonyms

  • Roettlera crinita Kuntze [unknown]
  • Didymocarpus crinitus Jack [unknown]
  • Henckelia crinita Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Codonoboea crinita (also called Hairy Codonoboea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers and a creeping habit. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is generally found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Codonoboea crinita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Codonoboea crinita var. elongata (Ridl.) C.L.Lim

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codonoboea crinita has white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonoboea crinita is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil. Once established, Codonoboea crinita requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Codonoboea crinita

Codonoboea crinita is native to Southeast Asia, from Myanmar to the Philippines.

Codonoboea crinita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonoboea crinita?

Codonoboea crinita

What is the common name of Codonoboea crinita?

Hairy Codonoboea

What is the natural habitat of Codonoboea crinita?

Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

Species in the Codonoboea genus

Codonoboea caelestis, Codonoboea ericiflora, Codonoboea leucocodon, Codonoboea lilacina, Codonoboea nivea, Codonoboea rubiginosa, Codonoboea robinsonii, Codonoboea ridleyana, Codonoboea reptans, Codonoboea rugosa, Codonoboea stolonifera, Codonoboea yongii, Codonoboea viscida, Codonoboea venusta, Codonoboea tiumanica, Codonoboea soldanella, Codonoboea serratifolia, Codonoboea salicinoides, Codonoboea salicina, Codonoboea ramosa, Codonoboea urticoides, Codonoboea holttumii, Codonoboea malayana, Codonoboea longipes, Codonoboea leucantha, Codonoboea leiophylla, Codonoboea lancifolia, Codonoboea johorica, Codonoboea inaequalis, Codonoboea miniata, Codonoboea hispida, Codonoboea hirta, Codonoboea hirsuta, Codonoboea heterophylla, Codonoboea kelantanensis, Codonoboea platypus, Codonoboea quinquevulnera, Codonoboea pyroliflora, Codonoboea puncticulata, Codonoboea pumila, Codonoboea pulchella, Codonoboea primulina, Codonoboea marginata, Codonoboea pectinata, Codonoboea pauziana, Codonoboea parviflora, Codonoboea nitida, Codonoboea polyanthoides, Codonoboea elata, Codonoboea glabrata,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2903564: Based on the initial data import
William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.
Chung Lu Lim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Lim' in the authors string.