Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 725 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624659
Common Names
- Craniolaria integrifolia
- Integrifolia Craniolaria
- Integrifolia Crani
Description
Craniolaria integrifolia (also called Entire-leaved 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 integrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Craniolaria integrifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Craniolaria integrifolia 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 integrifolia
Craniolaria integrifolia can be found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa.
Craniolaria integrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Craniolaria integrifolia?
Craniolaria integrifolia
What is the common name of Craniolaria integrifolia?
Integrifolia craniolaria
What is the family of Craniolaria integrifolia?
Brassicaceae
Species in the Craniolaria genus
Species in the Martyniaceae family
Craniolaria annua,
Craniolaria integrifolia,
Holoregmia viscida,
Ibicella lutea,
Ibicella parodii,
Martynia annua,
Martynia palmeri,
Proboscidea louisianica,
Proboscidea althaeifolia,
Proboscidea louisiana,
Proboscidea parviflora,
Proboscidea sabulosa,
Proboscidea spicata,
Proboscidea triloba,
Proboscidea diversifolia,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675805-1: 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].