Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
yemenensis
ID:
629069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Venter & R.L.Verh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 131: 420 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628401

Common Names

  • Yemenensis Cryptolepis
  • Yemenensis Root
  • Cryptolepis Yemenensis

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Description

Cryptolepis yemenensis (also called Yemeni Cryptolepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Yemen. 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 yemenensis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is used to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cryptolepis yemenensis is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptolepis yemenensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. It is best to plant it in the spring or early summer and it can be propagated by cuttings in the late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Cryptolepis yemenensis

Cryptolepis yemenensis is native to the Arabian peninsula and can be found in moist forests.

Cryptolepis yemenensis FAQ

What is the common name of Cryptolepis yemenensis?

Yemen Beech

What is the natural habitat of Cryptolepis yemenensis?

Rainforests of eastern Australia

What are the uses of Cryptolepis yemenensis?

The wood is used for furniture and the bark is used for tanning leather

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-2746424: Based on the initial data import
Hendrik Johannes Tjaart Venter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Venter' in the authors string.
Rudolf L. Verhoeven (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Verh.' in the authors string.