Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
dissectistipulatus
ID:
365204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Secco

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56: 354 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364536

Common Names

  • Croton dissectistipulatus
  • Toothed Croton
  • Toothed-leaved Croton

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Description

Croton dissectistipulatus (also called Dissected-Stem Croton, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is found in wet woods, swamps, and along stream banks. It has a rounded, spreading habit, with small, leathery, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Croton dissectistipulatus is used for ornamental purposes in landscaping and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Croton dissectistipulatus has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton dissectistipulatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through stem cuttings taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Croton dissectistipulatus

Croton dissectistipulatus is native to the southeastern United States, ranging from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It is typically found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Croton dissectistipulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton dissectistipulatus?

Croton dissectistipulatus

What is the common name of Croton dissectistipulatus?

Dissectistipulatus Croton

What is the natural habitat of Croton dissectistipulatus?

Dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region

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,

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