Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
631542

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Knobl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Centralbl. 60: 357 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630874

Common Names

  • Oblong Cushion
  • Cushion Oblong
  • Curtia Obtusifolia

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Description

Curtia obtusifolia (also called Obtusifolia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Curtia obtusifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Curtia obtusifolia are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curtia obtusifolia can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Curtia obtusifolia

Curtia obtusifolia is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.

Curtia obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curtia obtusifolia?

Curtia obtusifolia

What is the natural habitat of Curtia obtusifolia?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

What are the common uses of Curtia obtusifolia?

Traditional medicine, dyeing, and tanning

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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