Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jacq.) Kuntze
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 116 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626482
Common Names
- Crossopetalum uragoga
- Uragoga Crossopetalum
- Crossopetalum
Synonyms
- Myginda uragoga Jacq. [unknown]
- Myginda coccinea Turcz. [unknown]
- Rhacoma uragoga Baill. [unknown]
- Crossopetalum caymanense Proctor [unknown]
- Crossopetalum parvifolium L.O.Williams [valid]
- Myginda uragoga glabra Mory [deprecated]
Description
Crossopetalum uragoga (also called Uragoga Crossopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Crossopetalum uragoga 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 uragoga 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 uragoga is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 4 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 uragoga
Crossopetalum uragoga is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Tanzania.
Crossopetalum uragoga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crossopetalum uragoga?
Crossopetalum uragoga
What is the common name of Crossopetalum uragoga?
Uragoga Crossopetalum
What is the natural habitat of Crossopetalum uragoga?
Rainforest
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,