Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
626847

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 1: 321 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626179



Common Names

  • Multiflora Cristaria
  • Cristaria multiflora
  • Cristaria multiflora


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Synonyms

  • Cristaria elegans Gay [unknown]
  • Cristaria glabrata Phil. [unknown]

Description

Cristaria multiflora (also called Many-flowered 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 multiflora 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 multiflora 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 multiflora 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 multiflora

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

Cristaria multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cristaria multiflora?

Cristaria multiflora

What is the common name of Cristaria multiflora?

Many-flowered Cristaria

What is the natural habitat of Cristaria multiflora?

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,

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