Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cremastantha
ID:
1236575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
tro

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 18: 294 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235913



Common Names

  • Passiflora Cremastantha
  • Neuropeltis Incompta
  • Utsetela Neglecta


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Description

Passiflora cremastantha (also called 'Cremastanthus Passionflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is native to Colombia and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are up to 10 cm long. It produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora cremastantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating diabetes, anxiety, and insomnia.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Passiflora cremastantha are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora cremastantha is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Passiflora cremastantha

Passiflora cremastantha is found in tropical Africa.

Passiflora cremastantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora cremastantha?

Passiflora cremastantha

What is the common name of Passiflora cremastantha?

Cremastanthe Passionflower

What is the family of Passiflora cremastantha?

Passifloraceae

Species in the Passiflora genus

Passiflora ciliata, Passiflora cincinnata, Passiflora cirrhiflora, Passiflora chrysophylla, Passiflora citrina, Passiflora cuneata, Passiflora coccinea, Passiflora condorita, Passiflora bracteosa, Passiflora biflora, Passiflora bogotensis, Passiflora bicornis, Passiflora bicuspidata, Passiflora carnosisepala, Passiflora capparidifolia, Passiflora capsularis, Passiflora cardonae, Passiflora catharinensis, Passiflora cauliflora, Passiflora brevifila, Passiflora caerulea, Passiflora cuspidifolia, Passiflora foetida, Passiflora garckei, Passiflora fuchsiiflora, Passiflora gleasonii, Passiflora glandulosa, Passiflora gracilis, Passiflora tica, Passiflora tiliifolia, Passiflora eglandulosa, Passiflora edmundoi, Passiflora edulis, Passiflora cyanea, Passiflora danielii, Passiflora farneyi, Passiflora filipes, Passiflora ernestii, Passiflora allantophylla, Passiflora alnifolia, Passiflora alata, Passiflora andreana, Passiflora apetala, Passiflora araguensis, Passiflora acuminata, Passiflora adenopoda, Passiflora ambigua, Passiflora amethystina, Passiflora amicorum, Passiflora auriculata,

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,

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