Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
626649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 1: 523 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625981



Common Names

  • Crenea maritima
  • Maritima Crenea
  • Crenea Plant


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Synonyms

  • Crenea repens G.Mey. [unknown]
  • Crenea surinamensis Koehne [unknown]
  • Dodecas maritimus Griseb. [unknown]
  • Dodecas surinamensis L.f. [unknown]
  • Dodecas surinamensis patentinervius Koehne [unknown]

Description

Crenea maritima (also called Maritime Crenea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has elliptic-oblong leaves, yellow flowers, and small, round fruits. It grows in wet forests, along rivers, and in other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crenea maritima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crenea maritima is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crenea maritima is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooted.

Where to Find Crenea maritima

Crenea maritima is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in coastal areas.

Crenea maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crenea maritima?

Crenea maritima

What are the common names of Crenea maritima?

Sea Crenea

What is the growth habit of Crenea maritima?

It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with a height of up to 3 m (10 ft).

Species in the Crenea genus

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,