Krameria ixine - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ixine
ID:
358347
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1759
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 899 (1759)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357679
Common Names
- Krameria ixine
- Ixine Krameria
- Krameria ixina
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- Krameria lanceolata O.Berg [unknown]
- Krameria arida O.Berg [unknown]
- Krameria cuspidata C.Presl [unknown]
- Krameria linifolia Willd. [unknown]
- Krameria acuminata Britton [unknown]
- Dimenops lanceolata Raf. [deprecated]
- Krameria ixine granatensis Cortés [unknown]
- Krameria ishamii Millsp. [unknown]
- Krameria ixina arida Chodat [unknown]
- Krameria secundiflora lanceolata Chodat [deprecated]
Description
Krameria ixine (also called Ixine, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a sprawling habit and grows up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are ovate and the flowers are white. It grows in dry soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Krameria ixine is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and burns.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Krameria ixine has small, yellowish-green flowers that are followed by small, black, shiny fruits. The seedlings are small and conical, with a single central stem and short, needle-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Krameria ixine can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Krameria ixine
Krameria ixine can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Krameria ixine FAQ
What are the optimal growing conditions for Krameria ixine?
Krameria ixine prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
What is the typical lifespan of Krameria ixine?
Krameria ixine typically lives for two to three years.
What type of soil is best for Krameria ixine?
Krameria ixine prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Krameria genus
Krameria ixine, Krameria cistoides, Krameria spartioides, Krameria revoluta, Krameria argentea, Krameria bicolor, Krameria cistoidea, Krameria cytisoides, Krameria erecta, Krameria grandiflora, Krameria grandifolia, Krameria pauciflora, Krameria paucifolia, Krameria ramosissima, Krameria tomentosa, Krameria secundiflora, Krameria lanceolata, Krameria bahiana, Krameria lappacea,
Species in the Krameriaceae family
Krameria ixine, Krameria cistoides, Krameria spartioides, Krameria revoluta, Krameria argentea, Krameria bicolor, Krameria cistoidea, Krameria cytisoides, Krameria erecta, Krameria grandiflora, Krameria grandifolia, Krameria pauciflora, Krameria paucifolia, Krameria ramosissima, Krameria tomentosa, Krameria secundiflora, Krameria lanceolata, Krameria bahiana, Krameria lappacea,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2336113: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.