Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
793996

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Kuros.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 61: 34 (2004 publ. 2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793329

Common Names

  • Croton nepalensis
  • Nepalensis Croton
  • Croton of Nepalensis

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Description

Croton nepalensis (also called Nepal Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Croton nepalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Croton nepalensis has white, star-shaped flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton nepalensis is a shrub native to Nepal. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Croton nepalensis

Croton nepalensis can be found in the tropical forests of Nepal.

Croton nepalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton nepalensis?

Croton nepalensis

What is the family of Croton nepalensis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Croton nepalensis?

Nepal croton

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-331904: Based on the initial data import
Takahide Kurosawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Kuros.' in the authors string.