Craterispermum microdon - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microdon
ID:
927396
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mauritius : 145 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926731
Common Names
- Microdon Plant
- Craterispermum Plant
- Microdon Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Craterispermum microdon (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 microdon is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Craterispermum microdon is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Craterispermum microdon 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 microdon
Craterispermum microdon 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-48739: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.