Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
annua
ID:
625322

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 618 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624654

Common Names

  • Craniolaria annua
  • Annua Craniolaria
  • Annua Crani

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Description

Craniolaria annua (also called Annual Craniolaria, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Craniolaria annua is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Craniolaria annua has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craniolaria annua can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Craniolaria annua

Craniolaria annua can be found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa.

Craniolaria annua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craniolaria annua?

Craniolaria annua

What is the common name of Craniolaria annua?

Annual craniolaria

What is the family of Craniolaria annua?

Brassicaceae

Species in the Craniolaria genus

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675800-1: 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].