Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
laurifolium
ID:
627159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 375 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626491

Common Names

  • Crossostylis banksiana
  • Banksiana Crossostylis
  • Crossostylis

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Description

Crossostemma laurifolium (also called Laurel-leaved Crossostemma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 feet (3 m) tall. It has oval-shaped leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Crossostylis banksiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crossostemma laurifolium is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossostylis banksiana is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Crossostemma laurifolium

Crossostylis banksiana is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Tanzania.

Crossostemma laurifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossostylis laurifolium?

Crossostylis laurifolium

What is the common name of Crossostylis laurifolium?

Laurel-leaved Crossostylis

What is the natural habitat of Crossostylis laurifolium?

Rainforest

Species in the Crossostemma genus

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2743164: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.