Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moliniae
ID:
626845

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 1: 327 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626177



Common Names

  • Moliniae Cristaria
  • Cristaria moliniae
  • Cristaria moliniae


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Synonyms

  • Cristaria diversifolia Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria diversifolia parvula I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Cristaria grandiflora Turcz. [unknown]
  • Cristaria parvula Phil. [unknown]
  • Cristaria trifida Phil. [unknown]

Description

Cristaria moliniae (also called Molina's 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 moliniae is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cristaria moliniae 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 moliniae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into several sections with each section having a few leaves and roots. The sections can then be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Cristaria moliniae

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

Cristaria moliniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cristaria moliniae?

Cristaria moliniae

What is the common name of Cristaria moliniae?

Molin's Cristaria

What is the natural habitat of Cristaria moliniae?

It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests.

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