Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
atrostellatus
ID:
806277

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.W.Steinm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 24: 173 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805611

Common Names

  • Croton atrostellatus
  • Atrostellatus
  • Croton

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Description

Croton atrostellatus (also called Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in South East Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist soils and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Croton atrostellatus is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Croton atrostellatus is white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton atrostellatus is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Croton atrostellatus

Croton atrostellatus is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Croton atrostellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton atrostellatus?

Croton atrostellatus

What type of plant is Croton atrostellatus?

It is a shrub.

Where is Croton atrostellatus found?

It is found in Colombia.

Species in the Croton genus

Croton acutifolius, Croton aridus, Croton arlineae, Croton bigbendensis, Croton corinthius, Croton decalvatus, Croton dissectistipulatus, Croton faroensis, Croton kongkandanus, Croton mamillatus, Croton megistocarpus, Croton minimus, Croton multicaulis, Croton mutabilis, Croton poomae, Croton rarus, Croton rosarianus, Croton simulans, Croton sousae, Croton waterhouseae, Croton araracuarae, Croton gomezii, Croton jorgei, Croton nepalensis, Croton atrostellatus, Croton floccosus, Croton longibracteatus, Croton subasperrimum, Croton yangchunensis, Croton mayanus, Croton chodatii, Croton muellerianus, Croton pygmaeus, Croton imbricatus, Croton carpostellatus, Croton laceratoglandulosus, Croton balsensis, Croton leonis, Croton revolutus, Croton churutensis, Croton alainii, Croton maestrensis, Croton microcarpus, Croton campanulatus, Croton jamaicensis, Croton borbensis, Croton heptalon, Croton domatifer, Croton stellatoferrugineus, Croton thomasii,

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-343900: Based on the initial data import
Victor W. Steinmann (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.W.Steinm.' in the authors string.