Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
abyssinicum
ID:
1325572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Eb.Fisch., Schäferh. & Kai Müll.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43: 221 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338026

Common Names

  • Craterostigma Abyssinicum
  • Abyssinicum Craterostigma
  • Abyssinicum Ethiopian-Plant

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Description

Craterostigma abyssinicum (also called Abyssinian Craterostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wetlands and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Craterostigma abyssinicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Craterostigma abyssinicum has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craterostigma abyssinicum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Craterostigma abyssinicum

Craterostigma abyssinicum is found in Ethiopia and Eritrea.

Craterostigma abyssinicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craterostigma abyssinicum?

Craterostigma abyssinicum

What is the common name of Craterostigma abyssinicum?

Abyssinian Craterostigma

Where is Craterostigma abyssinicum native to?

East Africa

Species in the Linderniaceae family

Artanema bantamense, Artanema fimbriatum, Artanema longifolium, Bampsia lawalreana, Bampsia symoensiana, Bonnaya antipoda, Bonnaya ciliata, Bonnaya multiflora, Bonnaya oppositifolia, Bonnaya ruellioides, Bonnaya tenuifolia, Bonnaya veronicifolia, Bonnaya cephalantha, Bonnaya succosa, Bonnaya zanzibarica, Bonnaya sanpabloensis, Bonnaya cowiei, Bonnaya aculeata, Bonnaya milindii, Bonnaya gracilis, Bonnaya peduncularis, Craterostigma alatum, Craterostigma hirsutum, Craterostigma lanceolatum, Craterostigma lindernioides, Craterostigma longicarpum, Craterostigma plantagineum, Craterostigma pumilum, Craterostigma purpureum, Craterostigma smithii, Craterostigma wilmsii, Craterostigma wilmsii, Craterostigma abyssinicum, Craterostigma angolense, Craterostigma engleri, Craterostigma gossweileri, Craterostigma kigomense, Craterostigma newtonii, Craterostigma niamniamense, Craterostigma nummulariifolium, Craterostigma stuhlmannii, Craterostigma sudanicum, Craterostigma syncerus, Craterostigma tanzanicum, Craterostigma yaundense, Craterostigma sessiliflorum, Craterostigma pusillum, Craterostigma loitense, Crepidorhopalon affinis, Crepidorhopalon alatocalycinus,

References

Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Bastian Schäferhoff (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schäferh.' in the authors string.
Kai Müller (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kai Müll.' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135746-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].