Craterispermum laurinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laurinum
ID:
927393
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 411 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926728
Common Names
- Laurinum Plant
- Craterispermum Plant
- Laurinum Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Craterispermum laurinum (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 laurinum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Craterispermum laurinum 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Craterispermum laurinum is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist.
Where to Find Craterispermum laurinum
Craterispermum laurinum 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-48736: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.