Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cominsii
ID:
627165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 30: 212 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626497



Common Names

  • Comin's Crossostylis
  • Crossostylis cominsii
  • Comin's Crossostylis Tree


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Description

Crossostylis cominsii (also called Common Crossostylis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It has dark green, glossy leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Northern Australia and New Guinea and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Crossostylis laurifolium 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

Crossostylis cominsii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossostylis cominsii 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 cominsii

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

Crossostylis cominsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossostylis cominsii?

Crossostylis cominsii

What is the common name of Crossostylis cominsii?

Comins' Crossostylis

What is the natural habitat of Crossostylis cominsii?

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