Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aspera
ID:
626766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 1: 320 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626098



Common Names

  • Aspera Cristaria
  • Cristaria aspera
  • Cristaria aspera


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Synonyms

  • Cristaria aspera pilosa Reiche [unknown]
  • Cristaria concinna Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria intermedia Gay [unknown]
  • Cristaria lata Turcz. [unknown]
  • Cristaria pinnatifida Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Cristaria urmenetae Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria aspera aspera [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cristaria aspera var. formosula (I.M.Johnst.) Muñoz-Schick
Cristaria aspera var. sadae (Phil.) Muñoz-Schick

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Cristaria aspera 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 aspera 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 aspera

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

Cristaria aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cristaria aspera?

Cristaria aspera

What is the common name of Cristaria aspera?

Aspera

What type of plant is Cristaria aspera?

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,

References