Cryptosepalum staudtii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
staudtii
ID:
166432
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.26: 267 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165761
Common Names
- Cryptosepalum staudtii
- Staudt's Cryptosepalum
- Staudt's Cryptosepalum Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cryptosepalum staudtii (also called 'Staudt's Cryptosepalum', among many other common names) is a small tree, typically reaching a height of 10-15 meters. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptosepalum staudtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for its timber. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cryptosepalum staudtii is white, with four petals, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong. The seedlings are about 1 cm long and have two cotyledons.
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Cryptosepalum staudtii is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Cryptosepalum staudtii
Cryptosepalum staudtii is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cryptosepalum staudtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptosepalum staudtii?
Cryptosepalum staudtii
What is the common name of Cryptosepalum staudtii?
Staudt's Cryptosepalum
What is the natural habitat of Cryptosepalum staudtii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Cryptosepalum genus
Cryptosepalum congolanum, Cryptosepalum diphyllum, Cryptosepalum exfoliatum, Cryptosepalum katangense, Cryptosepalum maraviense, Cryptosepalum mimosoides, Cryptosepalum minutifolium, Cryptosepalum pellegrinianum, Cryptosepalum staudtii, Cryptosepalum tetraphyllum, Cryptosepalum ambamense, Cryptosepalum korupense,
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: Cryptosepalum staudtii Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.