Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
625199

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.W.Sm. & W.E.Evans

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 28: 69 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624531



Common Names

  • Yunnanensis Craigia
  • Yunnan Craigia
  • Craigia yunnanensis


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Synonyms

  • Burretiodendron combretoides W.Y.Chun & F.C.How [unknown]
  • Burretiodendron yunnanense Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Craigia yunnanensis (also called Yunnanensis, 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 yunnanensis 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 yunnanensis 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 yunnanensis 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 yunnanensis

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

Craigia yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craigia yunnanensis?

Craigia yunnanensis

What is the common name of Craigia yunnanensis?

Yunnan Craigia

Where is Craigia yunnanensis 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-2741234: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
William Edgar Evans (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Evans' in the authors string.