Crudia curtisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
ildis
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist.66: 220 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206104
Common Names
- Crudia curtisii
- Curtisii Crudia
- Curtisii
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- Crudia glauca Prain [valid]
- Crudia scortechinii Prain [unknown]
Description
Crudia curtisii (also called Curtis' Crudia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in lowland forests. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 meters in height, with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia curtisii is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a timber tree for its hardwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crudia curtisii is a white star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crudia curtisii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and will tolerate partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can be propagated by division.
Where to Find Crudia curtisii
Crudia curtisii is native to tropical Africa and is found in the rainforest areas of Nigeria and Cameroon.
Crudia curtisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia curtisii?
Crudia curtisii
What is the common name of Crudia curtisii?
Curtis' Crudia
What is the growth habit of Crudia curtisii?
It is an annual or perennial herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.
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
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia curtisii Prain: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.