Crudia aequalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro3: 91 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165687
Common Names
- Equal Crudia
- Equal-Leaved Crudia
- Equal-Flowered Crudia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crudia aequalis (also called Smooth Crudia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia aequalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Crudia aequalis are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, oval-shaped leaves.
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Crudia aequalis is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Where to Find Crudia aequalis
Crudia aequalis is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Crudia aequalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia aequalis?
Crudia aequalis
What is the common name of Crudia aequalis?
Equal crudia
What is the natural habitat of Crudia aequalis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Crudia genus
Crudia bibundina, Crudia gabonensis, Crudia harmsiana, Crudia klainei, Crudia laurentii, Crudia ledermannii, Crudia michelsonii, Crudia senegalensis, Crudia zenkeri, Crudia aequalis, Crudia amazonica, Crudia oblonga, Crudia tomentosa, Crudia aromatica, Crudia bracteata, Crudia glaberrima, Crudia spicata, Crudia acuminata, Crudia papuana, Crudia caudata, Crudia gracilis, Crudia balachandrae, Crudia zeylanica, Crudia bantamensis, Crudia blancoi, Crudia cauliflora, Crudia curtisii, Crudia orientalis, Crudia ornata, Crudia penduliflora, Crudia splendens, Crudia tenuipes, Crudia viridiflora, Crudia wrayi, Crudia letouzeyi, Crudia liberica, Crudia cynometroides, Crudia humboldtiana, Crudia abbreviata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia aequalis Ducke: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.