Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Robyns
Source:
cmp
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 40: 249. 1970
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629261
Common Names
- Exarillate cullen
- Exarillate cullen grass
- Cullenia exarillata
Description
Cullenia exarillata (also called 'Exarillate Cullen', 'Exarillate Water-Wort', 'Exarillate Waterwort' among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that is native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is often found in moist, grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cullenia exarillata is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cullenia exarillata are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cullenia exarillata is a small evergreen tree native to the rainforests of New South Wales and Queensland, Australia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cullenia exarillata
Cullenia exarillata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Cullenia exarillata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cullenia exarillata?
Cullenia exarillata
What is the common name of Cullenia exarillata?
Indian Tree of Heaven
What is the natural habitat of Cullenia exarillata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, moist deciduous forests, and dry deciduous forests
Species in the Cullenia genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,