Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kwangsiensis
ID:
625198

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.H.Hsue

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 13(1): 107 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624530



Common Names

  • Kwangsiensis Craigia
  • Kwang Craigia
  • Craigia kwangsiensis


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Description

Craigia kwangsiensis (also called Kwangsiensis, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the highlands of Peru and Bolivia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Craigia kwangsiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Craigia kwangsiensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craigia kwangsiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Craigia kwangsiensis

Craigia kwangsiensis is native to Guangxi province in China. It can be found in the wild in the mountains of the province.

Craigia kwangsiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craigia kwangsiensis?

Craigia kwangsiensis

What is the common name of Craigia kwangsiensis?

Kwangsien Craigia

Where is Craigia kwangsiensis native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Craigia genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2741233: Based on the initial data import
Hsiang Hao Hsue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.H.Hsue' in the authors string.