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
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.
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 Croizatia genus
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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,
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Amanoa anomala,
Amanoa bracteosa,
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Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
Amanoa glaucophylla,
Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,