Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
diasciifolia
ID:
600102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. & Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 788 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599434



Common Names

  • Diasciifolia Chamaecrypta
  • Chamaecrypta
  • Diasciifolia Cryptanthus


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Description

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia (also called 'Sawtooth Cypress', among many other common names) is a small evergreen coniferous tree native to the southeastern United States. It has a pyramidal shape with a dense crown of foliage. It has small, scale-like leaves and reddish-brown bark. It is found in moist soils in open woods, along streams, and in swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Chamaecrypta diasciifolia

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrypta diasciifolia?

Chamaecrypta diasciifolia

What is the family of Chamaecrypta diasciifolia?

Fabaceae

Where is Chamaecrypta diasciifolia native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Chamaecrypta genus

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801504-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].