Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
626813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 1: 326 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626145



Common Names

  • Gracilis Cristaria
  • Cristaria gracilis
  • Cristaria gracilis


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Synonyms

  • Cristaria divaricata Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria divaricata hirsuta Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria humilis Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria patens Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria ranunculifolia Phil. ex Baker f. [unknown]
  • Cristaria spinolae Gay [unknown]
  • Cristaria virgata Gay [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cristaria gracilis has small white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cristaria gracilis 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 gracilis

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

Cristaria gracilis FAQ

What is the common name of Cristaria gracilis?

Graceful Cristaria

What is the scientific name of Graceful Cristaria?

Cristaria gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Graceful 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