Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
coerulea
ID:
1329995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 8(6): 15 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342449



Common Names

  • Crabbea Coerulea
  • Blue Crabbea
  • Coerulea Crabbea


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Description

Crabbea coerulea (also called Blue Crabbea, Blue Wax Plant, and Blue Waxflower, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has small, waxy leaves and blue flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crabbea coerulea is a tropical flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used medicinally to treat skin infections and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crabbea coerulea has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crabbea coerulea is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It can be grown in full sun or part shade in well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Crabbea coerulea

Crabbea coerulea is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas such as woodlands, fields, and roadsides.

Crabbea coerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crabbea coerulea?

Crabbea coerulea

What is the natural habitat of Crabbea coerulea?

Tropical forests of Africa

What is the flower color of Crabbea coerulea?

Blue

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77147119-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.