Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
746889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) I.Thomps.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Muelleria28: 70 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746222

Common Names

  • Cristonia stenophylla
  • Narrow-leaved Cristonia
  • Narrow-leaved Cristonia

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Synonyms

  • Bossiaea biloba stenophylla Meisn. [valid]

Description

Cristonia stenophylla (also called Stenophyllous Cristonia, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical moist shrubland. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 meter tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Cristonia stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cristonia stenophylla has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cristonia stenophylla is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. When propagating from seed, sow in spring or early summer and cover lightly with soil.

Where to Find Cristonia stenophylla

Cristonia stenophylla is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Cristonia stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cristonia stenophylla?

Cristonia stenophylla

What is the natural habitat of Cristonia stenophylla?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the conservation status of Cristonia stenophylla?

Least Concern

Species in the Cristonia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ian R. Thompson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Thomps.' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.