Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
integerrima
ID:
626828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 11 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626160



Common Names

  • Integerrima Cristaria
  • Cristaria integerrima
  • Cristaria integerrima


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Synonyms

  • Cristaria borchersii Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria diaziana I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Cristaria foliosa Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria grandidentata Phil. ex Baker f. [unknown]
  • Cristaria intonsa I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Cristaria larranagae Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria oxyptera Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria paposana I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Cristaria rotundifolia Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria setosa Phil. [unknown]

Description

Cristaria integerrima (also called White-tipped Cristaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and a yellow center. It is native to the southeastern United States and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cristaria integerrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cristaria integerrima var. lobulata (Phil.) Muñoz-Schick

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cristaria integerrima 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 integerrima 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 integerrima

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

Cristaria integerrima FAQ

What is the common name of Cristaria integerrima?

Entire-leaved Cristaria

What is the scientific name of Entire-leaved Cristaria?

Cristaria integerrima

What is the natural habitat of Entire-leaved 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