Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
dissectus
ID:
934016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bosser) Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 20: 261 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933354



Common Names

  • Cryptopus dissectus
  • Dissected Cryptopus
  • Dissected Moss


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Description

Cryptopus dissectus (also called Dissected Cryptopus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in dry forests and scrublands, and can reach up to 5 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptopus dissectus is a plant that is often used in landscaping and gardening. It is known for its ability to tolerate dry conditions and its ability to attract butterflies. It can also be used to create a natural habitat for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptopus dissectus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptopus dissectus is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by division or seeds.

Where to Find Cryptopus dissectus

Cryptopus dissectus is native to South Africa.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-52136: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.