Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
509603

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Kellermann & Udovicic

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 128: 90 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508935

Common Names

  • Cryptandra speciosa
  • Showy cryptandra
  • Showy shrub

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Description

Cryptandra speciosa (also called Showy 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 speciosa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cryptandra speciosa sub. strigosa Kellermann & Udovicic

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptandra speciosa 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 speciosa is a small, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Cryptandra speciosa is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cryptandra speciosa

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

Cryptandra speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptandra speciosa?

Cryptandra speciosa

What is the common name of Cryptandra speciosa?

Showy Cryptandra

What is the habitat of Cryptandra speciosa?

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-2606833: Based on the initial data import
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Jürgen Kellermann (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellermann' in the authors string.
Frank Udovicic (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Udovicic' in the authors string.