Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
627942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reissek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 285 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627274

Common Names

  • Cryptandra scoparia
  • Scoparia Cryptandra
  • Scoparia

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Description

Cryptandra scoparia (also called broom-like cryptantha, among many other common names) is an annual herb which grows up to 25 cm tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush flats and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptandra scoparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptandra scoparia has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptandra scoparia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a spreading habit. It grows to a height of 10-15 cm and has a spread of up to 30 cm. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cryptandra scoparia

Cryptandra scoparia can be found in Australia.

Cryptandra scoparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptandra scoparia?

Cryptandra scoparia

What type of plant is Cryptandra scoparia?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Cryptandra scoparia?

Tropical forests

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,

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