Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
aquifolium
ID:
627092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hitchc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Rep. (Annual) Missouri Bot. Gard. 4: 70 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626424

Common Names

  • Crossopetalum aquifolium
  • Aquifolium Crossopetalum
  • Aquifolium

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Synonyms

  • Myginda aquifolia Griseb. [unknown]
  • Rhacoma aquifolia Urb. [unknown]

Description

Crossopetalum aquifolium (also called holly-leaved crossopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crossopetalum aquifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crossopetalum aquifolium has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossopetalum aquifolium is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant compact and encourage flowering. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or by division of the root ball.

Where to Find Crossopetalum aquifolium

Crossopetalum aquifolium can be found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.

Crossopetalum aquifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossopetalum aquifolium?

Crossopetalum aquifolium

What is the common name of Crossopetalum aquifolium?

Crossopetalum

What is the family of Crossopetalum aquifolium?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Crossopetalum genus

Crossopetalum aquifolium, Crossopetalum bredemeyeri, Crossopetalum coriaceum, Crossopetalum cristalense, Crossopetalum decussatum, Crossopetalum densiflorum, Crossopetalum ekmanii, Crossopetalum enervium, Crossopetalum filipes, Crossopetalum gaumeri, Crossopetalum glabrum, Crossopetalum gomezii, Crossopetalum ilicifolium, Crossopetalum lanceifolium, Crossopetalum lobatum, Crossopetalum macrocarpum, Crossopetalum managuatillo, Crossopetalum microphyllum, Crossopetalum minimiflorum, Crossopetalum orientale, Crossopetalum oxyphyllum, Crossopetalum panamense, Crossopetalum parviflorum, Crossopetalum pungens, Crossopetalum rhacoma, Crossopetalum riparium, Crossopetalum rostratum, Crossopetalum scoparium, Crossopetalum shaferi, Crossopetalum standleyi, Crossopetalum subsessile, Crossopetalum ternifolium, Crossopetalum theodes, Crossopetalum uragoga, Crossopetalum bokdamii, Crossopetalum mossambicense, Crossopetalum serrulatum,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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