Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
lobatum
ID:
627121

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 56: 138 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626453

Common Names

  • Crossopetalum lobatum
  • Lobatum Crossopetalum
  • Crossopetalum

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Description

Crossopetalum lobatum (also called lobed crossopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crossopetalum lobatum has been used in traditional medicine for treating diabetes, as a diuretic, and for treating gastrointestinal disorders. It has also been used as a dye and for making baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crossopetalum lobatum is white in color and has four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossopetalum lobatum can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Crossopetalum lobatum

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

Crossopetalum lobatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossopetalum lobatum?

Crossopetalum lobatum

What is the common name of Crossopetalum lobatum?

Lobed Crossopetalum

Where is Crossopetalum lobatum found?

Central America

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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