Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cristata
ID:
507676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) W.R.Anderson & C.Davis

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 9 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507008

Common Names

  • Diplopterys cristata
  • Cristata Diplopterys
  • Diplopterys Cristata

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Synonyms

  • Banisteria cristata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Banisteria orbicularis Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis cristata (Griseb.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Diplopterys cristata (also called Crested Diplopterys, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplopterys cristata has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Diplopterys cristata flower is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplopterys cristata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown from seed, but the seed must be fresh and sown immediately. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Diplopterys cristata

Diplopterys cristata is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Diplopterys cristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplopterys cristata?

Diplopterys cristata

What is the common name of Diplopterys cristata?

Cristata

What is the natural habitat of Diplopterys cristata?

Grassy and rocky areas

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2604182: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.
Charles Cavender Davis (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Davis' in the authors string.