Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
629016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. : t. 831 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628348

Common Names

  • Grandiflora Cryptolepis
  • Grandiflora Milkbush
  • Large-Flowered Milkbush

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Synonyms

  • Cryptolepis wightiana Wall. [unknown]
  • Echites coriaceus B.Heyne ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Cryptolepis grandiflora (also called African Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa, India, and the Middle East. It grows in dry, open woodlands and scrublands. It has a single stem with a few branches and small, ovate leaves. The flowers are white, pink, or purple and the fruits are small, round, and black.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptolepis grandiflora is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cryptolepis grandiflora 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 grandiflora is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical rainforests in Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Cryptolepis grandiflora

Cryptolepis grandiflora 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 grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptolepis grandiflora?

Cryptolepis grandiflora

What type of plant is Cryptolepis grandiflora?

Cryptolepis grandiflora is a shrub

What are the uses of Cryptolepis grandiflora?

Cryptolepis grandiflora is used for medicinal purposes

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,

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