Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
631548

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Knobl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Centralbl. 60: 323 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630880

Common Names

  • Graceful Cushion
  • Cushion Graceful
  • Curtia Tenuifolia

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Description

Curtia tenuifolia (also called Tenuifolia, 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 tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia are small and white, 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 tenuifolia 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 tenuifolia

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

Curtia tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curtia tenuifolia?

Curtia tenuifolia

What is the natural habitat of Curtia tenuifolia?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

What are the common uses of Curtia tenuifolia?

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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