Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
xyridiformis
ID:
625176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 76: 776 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624508

Common Names

  • Cracosna xyridiformis
  • Xyridiformis Cracosna
  • Xyridiformis

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Description

Cracosna xyridiformis (also called Xyridiform Cracosna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cracosna xyridiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cracosna xyridiformis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cracosna xyridiformis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Cracosna xyridiformis

Cracosna xyridiformis is native to tropical regions of Africa.

Cracosna xyridiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cracosna xyridiformis?

Cracosna xyridiformis

What is the common name of Cracosna xyridiformis?

Xyridiform Cracosna

Where is Cracosna xyridiformis native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Cracosna genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References