Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
banksiana
ID:
627163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 12: 252 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626495



Common Names

  • Crossostylis banksiana
  • Banksiana Crossostylis
  • Crossostylis


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Description

Crossostylis banksiana (also called Banks' Crossostylis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and multiple stems. It is native to the tropical regions of Australia and is found in dry woodland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crossostylis biflora 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 Crossostylis banksiana 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 Crossostylis banksiana

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

Crossostylis banksiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossostylis banksiana?

Crossostylis banksiana

What is the common name of Crossostylis banksiana?

Banks' Crossostylis

What is the natural habitat of Crossostylis banksiana?

Rainforest

Species in the Rhizophoraceae family

Anopyxis klaineana, Blepharistemma membranifolium, Bruguiera cylindrica, Bruguiera exaristata, Bruguiera gymnorhiza, Bruguiera hainesii, Bruguiera parviflora, Bruguiera sexangula, Bruguiera rhynchopetala, Bruguieria rhedii, Carallia borneensis, Carallia brachiata, Carallia calophylloidea, Carallia calycina, Carallia coriifolia, Carallia eugenioidea, Carallia garciniifolia, Carallia hulstijnii, Carallia longipes, Carallia orophila, Carallia papuana, Carallia paucinervia, Carallia pectinifolia, Carallia suffruticosa, Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2743172: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.