Krameria cistoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cistoides
ID:
358352
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Arn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 8 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357684
Common Names
- Krameria cistoides
- Cistoides Krameria
- Krameria cistifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Krameria cistoides (also called Cistoid Krameria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a sprawling habit and grows up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are ovate and the flowers are white. It grows in dry soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Krameria cistoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and burns.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Krameria cistoides has small, yellowish-green flowers that are followed by small, black, shiny fruits. The seedlings are small and conical, with a single central stem and short, needle-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Krameria cistoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Krameria cistoides
Krameria cistoides can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Krameria cistoides FAQ
What are the optimal growing conditions for Krameria cistoides?
Krameria cistoides prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
What is the typical lifespan of Krameria cistoides?
Krameria cistoides typically lives for two to three years.
What type of soil is best for Krameria cistoides?
Krameria cistoides prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Krameria genus
Krameria ixine, Krameria cistoides, Krameria spartioides, Krameria revoluta, Krameria argentea, Krameria bicolor, Krameria cistoidea, Krameria cytisoides, Krameria erecta, Krameria grandiflora, Krameria grandifolia, Krameria pauciflora, Krameria paucifolia, Krameria ramosissima, Krameria tomentosa, Krameria secundiflora, Krameria lanceolata, Krameria bahiana, Krameria lappacea,
Species in the Krameriaceae family
Krameria ixine, Krameria cistoides, Krameria spartioides, Krameria revoluta, Krameria argentea, Krameria bicolor, Krameria cistoidea, Krameria cytisoides, Krameria erecta, Krameria grandiflora, Krameria grandifolia, Krameria pauciflora, Krameria paucifolia, Krameria ramosissima, Krameria tomentosa, Krameria secundiflora, Krameria lanceolata, Krameria bahiana, Krameria lappacea,
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:279242-2: Based on the initial data import