Cystostemon intricatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intricatus
ID:
636978
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.G.Mill. & Riedl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 40: 11 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636310
Common Names
- Cystostemon Intricatus
- Intricate Cystostemon
- Intricate Cystostemon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cystostemon intricatus (also called Cystostemon intricatus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands, and can reach up to 30 cm in height.
Uses & Benefits
Cystostemon intricatus is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has fragrant white flowers and is a great choice for shady areas. It is also known to be a good companion plant, helping to repel pests from other plants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cystostemon intricatus is yellow and has 5 petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are long and thin with a single stem.
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Cystostemon intricatus is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and the divisions should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Cystostemon intricatus
Cystostemon intricatus is native to the Canary Islands.
Cystostemon intricatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cystostemon intricatus?
Cystostemon intricatus
What is the common name of Cystostemon intricatus?
Intricate Cystostemon
What type of plant is Cystostemon intricatus?
Herb
Species in the Cystostemon genus
Cystostemon barbatus, Cystostemon ethiopicus, Cystostemon heliocharis, Cystostemon hispidissimus, Cystostemon hispidus, Cystostemon intricatus, Cystostemon kissenioides, Cystostemon linearifolius, Cystostemon loveridgei, Cystostemon macrantherus, Cystostemon mechowii, Cystostemon medusa, Cystostemon mwinilungensis, Cystostemon socotranum, Cystostemon somaliensis, Cystostemon virescens, Cystostemon socotranus,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2754440: Based on the initial data import
Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
Harald Udo von Riedl (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riedl' in the authors string.