Crudia ledermannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.45: 297 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165361
Common Names
- Ledermann's Crudia
- Crudia Ledermannii
- Ledermann's Crudia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crudia ledermannii (also called Ledermann's Crudia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in the Amazon rainforest and other tropical and subtropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia ledermannii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Crudia ledermannii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crudia ledermannii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Both methods will result in a vigorous plant.
Where to Find Crudia ledermannii
Crudia ledermannii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in areas of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Crudia ledermannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia ledermannii?
Crudia ledermannii
What are the common names of Crudia ledermannii?
Ledermann's Crudia
What is the natural habitat of Crudia ledermannii?
Crudia ledermannii is native to the tropical rainforests 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
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia ledermannii Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.