Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crispa
ID:
681741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Gürke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(1): 158 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681074



Common Names

  • Crisp Euclea
  • Crispa Euclea
  • Crisp Bristle-Fern


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Synonyms

  • Euclea desertorum Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Euclea lanceolata E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Euclea ochrocarpa E.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Euclea crispa (also called Curled Euclea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South Africa. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas. This species grows to a height of 1–2 m and has small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Euclea crispa is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It has a long flowering period and produces small white flowers. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in borders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Euclea crispa sub. linearis (Zeyher ex Hiern) F.White
Euclea crispa sub. ovata (Burch.) F.White
Euclea crispa sub. crispa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euclea crispa is white or cream in colour, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euclea crispa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Euclea crispa

Euclea crispa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Euclea crispa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euclea crispa?

Euclea crispa

What is the common name of Euclea crispa?

Crisped Euclea

Where is Euclea crispa native to?

South Africa

Species in the Ebenaceae family

Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2802651: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.