Status:
valid
Authors:
Wernham
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Oban : 51 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926715
Common Names
- Craterispermum aristatum
- Aristate Craterispermum
- Aristate Orchid
Description
Craterispermum aristatum (also called 'Cape Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Craterispermum aristatum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Craterispermum aristatum has white flowers with a yellow center and a long, thin, curved seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Craterispermum aristatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Craterispermum aristatum
Craterispermum aristatum is native to Central America and the Caribbean.
Species in the Craterispermum genus
Craterispermum angustifolium,
Craterispermum aristatum,
Craterispermum caudatum,
Craterispermum cerinanthum,
Craterispermum congolanum,
Craterispermum dewevrei,
Craterispermum goossensii,
Craterispermum grumileoides,
Craterispermum inquisitorium,
Craterispermum laurinum,
Craterispermum ledermannii,
Craterispermum longepedunculatum,
Craterispermum microdon,
Craterispermum montanum,
Craterispermum reticulatum,
Craterispermum schweinfurthii,
Craterispermum parvifolium,
Craterispermum motleyanum,
Craterispermum puffianum,
Craterispermum cervicorne,
Craterispermum robbrechtianum,
Craterispermum deblockianum,
Craterispermum rumpianum,
Craterispermum sonkeanum,
Craterispermum capitatum,
Craterispermum gabonicum,
Craterispermum praslinense,
Craterispermum silhouettense,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,