Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucophylla
ID:
626808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Icon. 5: 11 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626140



Common Names

  • Glaucophylla Cristaria
  • Cristaria glaucophylla
  • Cristaria glaucophylla


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Synonyms

  • Lecanophora glaucophylla (Cav.) Speg. [unknown]
  • Sida cordilleriana D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Sida chilensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sida glaucophylla Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cristaria betonicifolia Cav. [unknown]
  • Cristaria carrizalensis Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria glaucophylla simples Reiche [unknown]
  • Cristaria haenkeana C.Presl [unknown]
  • Cristaria hirsuta C.Presl [unknown]
  • Cristaria hispida Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria pannosa Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria trichocaula Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria glaucophylla glaucophylla [unknown]

Description

Cristaria glaucophylla (also called 'Glaucous 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 glaucophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cristaria glaucophylla var. eriantha (Hook. & Arn.) Muñoz-Schick

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Cristaria glaucophylla 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 glaucophylla is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers well-draining soil and partial shade. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome. The plant can also be propagated through seed.

Where to Find Cristaria glaucophylla

Cristaria glaucophylla is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Cristaria glaucophylla FAQ

What is the common name of Cristaria glaucophylla?

Glaucous Cristaria

What is the scientific name of Glaucous Cristaria?

Cristaria glaucophylla

What is the natural habitat of Glaucous Cristaria?

It is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and woodlands

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