Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
decidua
ID:
629003

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch. ex Benth.) N.E.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(1): 243 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628335

Common Names

  • Decidua Cryptolepis
  • Decidua Milkbush
  • Deciduous Milkbush

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Synonyms

  • Curroria decidua Planch. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Cryptolepis decidua (also called Deciduous 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 decidua has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a source of essential oils. It has benefits such as providing shade and being a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cryptolepis decidua are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptolepis decidua 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 decidua

Cryptolepis decidua 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 decidua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptolepis decidua?

Cryptolepis decidua

What is the common name of Cryptolepis decidua?

Deciduous Cryptolepis

What is the natural habitat of Cryptolepis decidua?

Cryptolepis decidua 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-2746363: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.