Curculigo latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
765456
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dryand. ex W.T.Aiton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 2: 253 (1811)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764789
Common Names
- Latifolia Curculigo
- Latifolia Lily
- Latifolia Spider Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Curculigo latifolia (also called Broad-Leaved Curculigo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It has long, thin, arching leaves that are green in color with a reddish-purple tinge. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Curculigo latifolia is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Curculigo latifolia var. megacarpa (Ridl.) GeerinckCurculigo latifolia var. latifolia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Curculigo latifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single leaf.
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Curculigo latifolia is a tropical evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Curculigo latifolia
Curculigo latifolia is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Curculigo latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Curculigo latifolia?
Curculigo latifolia
What is the common name of Curculigo latifolia?
Curculigo
What is the family of Curculigo latifolia?
Hypoxidaceae
Species in the Curculigo genus
Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis,
Species in the Hypoxidaceae family
Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,
References
Jonas Carlsson Dryander (1748-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dryand.' in the authors string.
William Townsend Aiton (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Aiton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:64157-1: Based on the initial data import