Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cristata
ID:
625354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Fritsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1777

Citation Micro:
Intr. Hist. Nat. : 173 (1777)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624686



Common Names

  • Crantzia Cristata
  • Cristata Star Flower
  • Cristata Star


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Synonyms

  • Alloplectus cristatus (L.) Mart. ex G.Don. [unknown]
  • Alloplectus cristatus brevicalyx C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Alloplectus cristatus crenatus C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Alloplectus cristatus epirotes Leeuwenb. [unknown]
  • Alloplectus forseithii Hanst. [unknown]
  • Besleria cristata L. [unknown]
  • Columnea cristata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Columnea forseithii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Crantzia epirotes (Leeuwenb.) J.L.Clark [unknown]
  • Alloplectus cristatus (L.) Mart. [deprecated]
  • Prionoplectus forseithii Oerst. [unknown]
  • Prionoplectus cristatus Oerst. [unknown]

Description

Crantzia cristata (also called Starfish Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with star-shaped leaves that are green to gray-green in color. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky, dry areas. It can also be found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Crantzia cristata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crantzia cristata are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crantzia cristata is a hardy, perennial herb that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer and the divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Crantzia cristata

Crantzia cristata is native to Central Asia. It can be found in the wild in the mountains of the region.

Crantzia cristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crantzia cristata?

Crantzia cristata

What is the common name of Crantzia cristata?

Cristata crantzia

What is the family of Crantzia cristata?

Brassicaceae

Species in the Crantzia genus

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-2741388: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.