Cnidoscolus byssinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
byssinus
ID:
357965
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fern.Casas
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 55(16): 82 (2003).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357297
Common Names
- Cnidoscolus byssinus
- Byssinus Cnidoscolus
- Cotton-spined Cnidoscolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cnidoscolus byssinus (also called 'Byssus Cnidoscolus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cnidoscolus byssinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cnidoscolus byssinus has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by round, papery seed capsules that turn from green to a golden brown color when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a long taproot and a pair of opposite, compound leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cnidoscolus byssinus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Cnidoscolus byssinus
Cnidoscolus byssinus can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Cnidoscolus byssinus FAQ
What are the common names of Cnidoscolus byssinus?
Common names of Cnidoscolus byssinus include Cotton Thistle and Cotton Thistle Plant.
What is the origin of Cnidoscolus byssinus?
Cnidoscolus byssinus is native to Mexico and Central America.
What is the growth habit of Cnidoscolus byssinus?
Cnidoscolus byssinus is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 4 feet tall.
Species in the Cnidoscolus genus
Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus, Cnidoscolus adenochlamys, Cnidoscolus aequatoriensis, Cnidoscolus albibracteatus, Cnidoscolus aurelii, Cnidoscolus byssinus, Cnidoscolus cajamarcensis, Cnidoscolus calcareus, Cnidoscolus calyptratus, Cnidoscolus cervii, Cnidoscolus conicus, Cnidoscolus halteris, Cnidoscolus inaequalis, Cnidoscolus liesneri, Cnidoscolus lombardii, Cnidoscolus longibracteatus, Cnidoscolus magni-gerdtii, Cnidoscolus piranii, Cnidoscolus pteroneurus, Cnidoscolus spathulatus, Cnidoscolus tridentifer, Cnidoscolus urentissimus, Cnidoscolus beckii, Cnidoscolus minarum, Cnidoscolus mitis, Cnidoscolus monsanto, Cnidoscolus pavonianus, Cnidoscolus graminifolius, Cnidoscolus guatimalensis, Cnidoscolus hypokerinus, Cnidoscolus populifolius, Cnidoscolus rupestris, Cnidoscolus megacanthus, Cnidoscolus egregius, Cnidoscolus sinaloensis, Cnidoscolus adenoblepharus, Cnidoscolus fimbriatus, Cnidoscolus orientensis, Cnidoscolus ceballosii, Cnidoscolus rzedowskii, Cnidoscolus calyptrodontus, Cnidoscolus aconitifolius, Cnidoscolus acrandrus, Cnidoscolus albidus, Cnidoscolus albomaculatus, Cnidoscolus angustidens, Cnidoscolus appendiculatus, Cnidoscolus autlanensis, Cnidoscolus bahianus, Cnidoscolus basiacanthus,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-233546: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Javier Fernández Casas (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Casas' in the authors string.