Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
lurida
ID:
925188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirk

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Stud. Fl. New Zealand : 98 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924523



Common Names

  • Sallow Coriaria
  • Sallow Tutu
  • Tutu


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Description

Coriaria lurida (also called New Zealand coriaria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Coriaria lurida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Coriaria lurida are small, yellowish-green, and clustered in small umbels. The seeds are small, black, and globular. The seedlings are small, with thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coriaria lurida is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Coriaria lurida

Coriaria lurida is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Coriaria genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-47216: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.