Crudia zenkeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem21(App.): 48 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165404
Common Names
- Zenker's Wild Bean
- Zenker's Crudia
- Zenker's Milkpea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crudia zenkeri (also called Zenker's Crudia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia zenkeri is a plant used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crudia zenkeri is a white, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crudia zenkeri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Crudia zenkeri
Crudia zenkeri is native to Mexico and Central America.
Crudia zenkeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia zenkeri?
Crudia zenkeri
What type of plant is Crudia zenkeri?
It is a shrub
Where is Crudia zenkeri found?
It is found in Central and 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 zenkeri Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.