Crudia amazonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 238 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165688
Common Names
- Amazon Crudia
- Amazon-Leaved Crudia
- Amazon-Flowered Crudia
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- Apalatoa amazonica (Spruce ex Benth.) Taub. [valid]
Description
Crudia amazonica (also called Amazon Crudia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia amazonica 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 amazonica 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crudia amazonica 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 amazonica
Crudia amazonica is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Crudia amazonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia amazonica?
Crudia amazonica
What is the common name of Crudia amazonica?
Amazon crudia
What is the natural habitat of Crudia amazonica?
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia amazonica Spruce ex Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.