Crudia splendens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Wit
Source:
ildis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 18: 429 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206118
Common Names
- Crudia splendens
- Splendens Crudia
- Splendens
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crudia splendens (also called Splendid 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 splendens 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 splendens 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 splendens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Crudia splendens
Crudia splendens is native to tropical Africa and is found in the rainforest areas of Nigeria and Cameroon.
Crudia splendens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia splendens?
Crudia splendens
What is the common name of Crudia splendens?
Splendid Crudia
What is the growth habit of Crudia splendens?
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
Hendrik de Wit (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Wit' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia splendens de Wit: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.