Cristaria fuentesiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 85: 70 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626136
Common Names
- Fuentesiana Cristaria
- Cristaria fuentesiana
- Cristaria fuentesiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cristaria fuentesiana (also called 'Fuentes' Cristaria', among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cristaria fuentesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a slow growth rate and requires little maintenance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Cristaria fuentesiana is small and white in color. Seeds are small and black in color. Seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cristaria fuentesiana is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers well-draining soil and partial shade. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome. The plant can also be propagated through seed.
Where to Find Cristaria fuentesiana
Cristaria fuentesiana is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Cristaria fuentesiana FAQ
What is the common name of Cristaria fuentesiana?
Fuentes' Cristaria
What is the scientific name of Fuentes' Cristaria?
Cristaria fuentesiana
What is the natural habitat of Fuentes' Cristaria?
It is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and woodlands
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2742812: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.