Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andicola
ID:
626764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 1: 317 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626096



Common Names

  • Andicola Cristaria
  • Cristaria andicola
  • Cristaria andicola


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Description

Cristaria andicola (also called 'Andean Cristaria', among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Andes Mountains. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cristaria andicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Cristaria andicola is small and white in color. Seeds are small and black in color. Seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cristaria andicola is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.

Where to Find Cristaria andicola

Cristaria andicola is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Cristaria andicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cristaria andicola?

Cristaria andicola

What is the common name of Cristaria andicola?

Andicola

What type of plant is Cristaria andicola?

Herb

Species in the Cristaria 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,

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