Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
dielsii
ID:
509594

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Gardner ex Rye

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 360 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508926

Common Names

  • Cryptandra dielsii
  • Diels' cryptandra
  • Diels' shrub

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Description

Cryptandra dielsii (also called Diels' Cryptandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Australia. It is a small, evergreen shrub growing up to 1 meter tall, with small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptandra dielsii is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has a pleasant scent and can be used in dried flower arrangements. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low light.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptandra dielsii has small white flowers that are clustered together in inflorescences. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have long, narrow cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptandra dielsii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cryptandra dielsii

Cryptandra dielsii is native to Australia and is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.

Cryptandra dielsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptandra dielsii?

Cryptandra dielsii

What is the common name of Cryptandra dielsii?

Diels' Cryptandra

What is the habitat of Cryptandra dielsii?

It is found in dry open forests, woodlands, and grasslands in Australia.

Species in the Cryptandra genus

Cryptandra triplex, Cryptandra beverleyensis, Cryptandra craigiae, Cryptandra crispula, Cryptandra dielsii, Cryptandra exserta, Cryptandra imbricata, Cryptandra inconspicua, Cryptandra intermedia, Cryptandra micrantha, Cryptandra multispina, Cryptandra pendula, Cryptandra speciosa, Cryptandra stellulata, Cryptandra alpina, Cryptandra amara, Cryptandra apetala, Cryptandra arbutiflora, Cryptandra aridicola, Cryptandra armata, Cryptandra ciliata, Cryptandra congesta, Cryptandra connata, Cryptandra coronata, Cryptandra debilis, Cryptandra distigma, Cryptandra ericoides, Cryptandra exilis, Cryptandra filiformis, Cryptandra gemmata, Cryptandra glabriflora, Cryptandra graniticola, Cryptandra hispidula, Cryptandra intonsa, Cryptandra intratropica, Cryptandra lanosiflora, Cryptandra leucophracta, Cryptandra leucopogon, Cryptandra longistaminea, Cryptandra minutifolia, Cryptandra monticola, Cryptandra mutila, Cryptandra myriantha, Cryptandra nola, Cryptandra nutans, Cryptandra orbicularis, Cryptandra parvifolia, Cryptandra pogonoloba, Cryptandra polyclada, Cryptandra propinqua,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606824: Based on the initial data import
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.