Status:
valid
Authors:
Gay
Source:
cmp
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 1: 317 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626096
Common Names
- Andicola Cristaria
- Cristaria andicola
- Cristaria andicola
Description
Cristaria andicola (also called 'Andean Cristaria', among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Andes Mountains. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cristaria andicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Cristaria andicola is small and white in color. Seeds are small and black in color. Seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cristaria andicola is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.
Where to Find Cristaria andicola
Cristaria andicola is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Cristaria andicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cristaria andicola?
Cristaria andicola
What is the common name of Cristaria andicola?
Andicola
What type of plant is Cristaria andicola?
Herb
Species in the Cristaria genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,