Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
nigrescens
ID:
1334576

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wennberg) L.Joubert & Bruyns

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 498 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347030


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Description

Cryptolepis nigrescens (also called Black Cryptolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Himalayas. It has pinnately divided leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in grasslands and open forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptolepis nigrescens is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptolepis nigrescens has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptolepis nigrescens is a tropical plant native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Cryptolepis nigrescens

Cryptolepis nigrescens is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Cryptolepis nigrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptolepis nigrescens?

Cryptolepis nigrescens

What is the common name of Cryptolepis nigrescens?

Nigrescens Cryptolepis

What is the natural habitat of Cryptolepis nigrescens?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.
Ericus Samuel Wennberg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wennberg' in the authors string.
Lize Joubert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Joubert' in the authors string.