Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
rosarianus
ID:
365275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.Gord. & Cruz Durán

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot. 73(2): 138 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364607

Common Names

  • Rosarian Croton
  • Rosarian's Croton
  • Rosarian's Croton

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Description

Croton rosarianus (also called Rosarian croton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in the coastal plain from Virginia to Florida. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Croton rosarianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Croton rosarianus has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton rosarianus is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Croton rosarianus

Croton rosarianus is native to the southeastern United States, where it can be found in dry, sandy soils. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Central America.

Croton rosarianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton rosarianus?

Croton rosarianus

What is the growth habit of Croton rosarianus?

It is a shrub that grows up to 3 m in height.

What is the native range of Croton rosarianus?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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-235000: Based on the initial data import
Martha Martínez Gordillo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.Gord.' in the authors string.
Ramiro Cruz Durán: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cruz Durán' in the authors string.