Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
crenulata
ID:
629885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mennega

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 88(4): 433. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629217



Common Names

  • Crenulate Squash
  • Cuervea crenulata
  • Wild Squash


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Description

Cuervea crenulata (also called 'Crenulate Cuervea', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cuervea crenulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuervea crenulata is yellow with a dark center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuervea crenulata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Cuervea crenulata

Cuervea crenulata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in parts of Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Cuervea crenulata FAQ

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Asteraceae

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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