Cressa (plant)
Cressa is a genus of plants in the morning glory family known generally as alkaliweeds. These plants are native to the tropical and subtropical areas of the world. They are clumpy and low-growing but usually have erect stems covered white-haired, green leaves. They produce tiny white flowers about half a centimeter across.
There are four species recognised in the genus Cressa:
- Cressa australis
- Cressa cretica
- Cressa nudicaulis
- Cressa truxillensis
