Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
pyriformis
ID:
628415

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 188 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627747

Common Names

  • Cryptocarpus pyriformis
  • Pyriformis Cryptocarpus
  • Pyriformis' Cryptocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Cryptocarpus cordifolius Moric. [unknown]
  • Cryptocarpus pyriformis cordifolius (Moric.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Cryptocarpus cordiformis cordifolius Moq. [unknown]
  • Salpianthus pyriformis (Kunth) Standl. [unknown]

Description

Cryptocarpus pyriformis (also called 'Pear-shaped Cryptocarpus, among many other common names) is a small tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to eastern Asia, where it is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptocarpus pyriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptocarpus pyriformis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptocarpus pyriformis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Cryptocarpus pyriformis

Cryptocarpus pyriformis is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.

Cryptocarpus pyriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptocarpus pyriformis?

Cryptocarpus pyriformis

What is the family of Cryptocarpus pyriformis?

Amaranthaceae

What is the common name of Cryptocarpus pyriformis?

Pyriform Cryptocarpus

Species in the Cryptocarpus genus

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References