Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
toxicofera
ID:
631512

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Barneby & Krukoff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 22(2): 9 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630844



Common Names

  • Curarea toxicofera
  • Toxicofera Curarea
  • Curarea


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Synonyms

  • Abuta toxifera Baill. ex Krukoff & Moldenke [unknown]
  • Chondrodendron bioccai Lusina [unknown]
  • Chondrodendron polyanthum Diels [unknown]
  • Chondrodendron toxicoferum (Wedd.) Krukoff & Moldenke [unknown]
  • Cocculus toxicoferus Wedd. in Castelnau [unknown]
  • Hyperbaena polyantha Diels [unknown]

Description

Curarea toxicofera (also called 'Toxicofera Curarea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Curarea toxicofera has been used for ornamental purposes, as a food source, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Curarea toxicofera 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

Curarea toxicofera 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 Curarea toxicofera

Curarea toxicofera can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Curarea toxicofera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curarea toxicofera?

Curarea toxicofera

What is the natural habitat of Curarea toxicofera?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

What are the common uses of Curarea toxicofera?

Traditional medicine, dyeing, and tanning

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2748838: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.