Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hemsl.) Lundell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 3: 8 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626464
Common Names
- Crossopetalum parviflorum
- Parviflorum Crossopetalum
- Crossopetalum
Synonyms
- Microtropis parviflora Sprague [unknown]
- Myginda parviflora (Hemsl.) Loes. [unknown]
- Myginda eucymosa Loes. & Pittier [unknown]
- Rhacoma eucymosa Standl. [unknown]
- Rhacoma parviflora (Hemsl.) Lundell [unknown]
- Crossopetalum eucymosum (Loes. & Pittier) Lundell [unknown]
- Euonymus parviflorus Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Crossopetalum parviflorum (also called Small-Flowered Crossopetalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the world. It has bright yellow flowers and small, glossy green leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas of forests and gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Crossopetalum parviflorum 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 parviflorum is white in color and has four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crossopetalum parviflorum is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Crossopetalum parviflorum
Crossopetalum parviflorum can be found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.
Crossopetalum parviflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crossopetalum parviflorum?
Crossopetalum parviflorum
What is the common name of Crossopetalum parviflorum?
Small-flowered Crossopetalum
Where is Crossopetalum parviflorum 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,