Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
626826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 47: 187 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626158



Common Names

  • Insularis Cristaria
  • Cristaria insularis
  • Cristaria insularis


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Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cristaria insularis var. johowii (Skottsb.) Muñoz-Schick

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cristaria insularis 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 insularis 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 insularis

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

Cristaria insularis FAQ

What is the common name of Cristaria insularis?

Island Cristaria

What is the scientific name of Island Cristaria?

Cristaria insularis

What is the natural habitat of Island 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