Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
arbuscula
ID:
628992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radcl.-Sm.) Venter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 713 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628324

Common Names

  • Arbuscula Cryptolepis
  • Arbuscula Milkbush
  • Bushy Milkbush

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Synonyms

  • Mitolepis arbuscula Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]

Description

Cryptolepis arbuscula (also called Arborescent Cryptolepis, among many other common names) is a small shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is commonly found in evergreen forests and moist deciduous forests. The leaves are glossy and dark green, and the flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptolepis arbuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its timber is used for furniture and other woodworking projects. It has medicinal uses, including as an antiseptic, an anti-inflammatory, and a diuretic. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, colds, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cryptolepis arbuscula are small, white and bell-shaped, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptolepis arbuscula can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cryptolepis arbuscula

Cryptolepis arbuscula is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa. It can be found in Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Cryptolepis arbuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptolepis arbuscula?

Cryptolepis arbuscula

What is the common name of Cryptolepis arbuscula?

Arborescent Cryptolepis

What is the natural habitat of Cryptolepis arbuscula?

Cryptolepis arbuscula is native to the tropical forests of Central and South Africa.

Species in the Cryptolepis genus

Cryptolepis africana, Cryptolepis angolensis, Cryptolepis apiculata, Cryptolepis arbuscula, Cryptolepis baumii, Cryptolepis brazzaei, Cryptolepis capensis, Cryptolepis cryptolepioides, Cryptolepis decidua, Cryptolepis delagoensis, Cryptolepis dubia, Cryptolepis eburnea, Cryptolepis gillettii, Cryptolepis gossweileri, Cryptolepis grandiflora, Cryptolepis hensii, Cryptolepis hypoglauca, Cryptolepis intricata, Cryptolepis javanica, Cryptolepis laurentii, Cryptolepis macrophylla, Cryptolepis microphylla, Cryptolepis migiurtina, Cryptolepis nugaalensis, Cryptolepis oblongifolia, Cryptolepis obtusa, Cryptolepis orbicularis, Cryptolepis pendulina, Cryptolepis producta, Cryptolepis ruspolii, Cryptolepis sanguinolenta, Cryptolepis sinensis, Cryptolepis sizenandi, Cryptolepis socotrana, Cryptolepis somaliensis, Cryptolepis stefaninii, Cryptolepis volubilis, Cryptolepis yemenensis, Cryptolepis ibayana, Cryptolepis calophylla, Cryptolepis nigrescens,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2746353: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
Hendrik Johannes Tjaart Venter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Venter' in the authors string.