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grassland croton
Scientific Name: Croton dioicus
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Croton dioicus: Grassland Croton
Croton dioicus, commonly known as grassland croton, is a perennial dicot belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a small, upright, grayish plant often found in sandy, open areas.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Croton dioicus Cav.
- Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
- Group: Dicot
- Taxonomic Serial No.: 28271
- Synonyms: Croton neomexicanus Mueller Argoviensis
- Common Names: Grassland Croton, Hierba del Gato, Rosval, Rubaldo
Distribution and Habitat
- Croton dioicus is found in grassland biomes and sandy open areas.
- It has been observed in locations such as New Mexico, Big Bend National Park in Texas, and the Black Kettle National Grassland in Oklahoma.
Morphological Characteristics
- It's described as a small, upright, and grayish plant.
- It is considered a forb or herb that can vary in height from 1 to 4 feet.
Ecological Role
- Croton dioicus is found in grassland ecosystems, coexisting with other plant species like Quercus havardii (Havard Oak) and Sporobolus giganteus.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The plant is located in Croton Creek, which is a Watchable Wildlife Area and hunting area.
Further Information
- Additional information can be found on websites like Discover Life and Dave's Garden, where gardeners share tips and ideas.
- The International Plant Names Index also lists Croton dioicus.
- CalPhotos provides images of Croton dioicus.