Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
neotropica
ID:
927812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 309 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000927147



Common Names

  • Croizatia neotropica
  • Neotropical Croizatia
  • Neotropical Crossoglossa


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Description

Croizatia neotropica (also called Neotropical Croizatia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to South America, where it is found in dry, sandy soils. It is found in habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Croizatia neotropica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Croizatia neotropica is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croizatia neotropica is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division is best done in the spring when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Croizatia neotropica

Croizatia neotropica is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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