Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
curtisii
ID:
418589

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 273 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417921



Common Names

  • Bridelia curtisii
  • Curtis's Bridelia
  • Curtis's Bridelia Fruit


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Synonyms

  • Bridelia ovata curtisii (Hook.f.) Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Bridelia curtisii (also called Curtis' Bridelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with simple, opposite leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bridelia curtisii is used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bridelia curtisii has small yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bridelia curtisii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune as needed to maintain desired shape.

Where to Find Bridelia curtisii

Bridelia curtisii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests.

Bridelia curtisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bridelia curtisii?

Bridelia curtisii

What is the common name of Bridelia curtisii?

Curtis's Bridelia

What type of plant is Bridelia curtisii?

Tree

Species in the Bridelia genus

Bridelia adusta, Bridelia affinis, Bridelia assamica, Bridelia atroviridis, Bridelia balansae, Bridelia brideliifolia, Bridelia cathartica, Bridelia cinnamomea, Bridelia curtisii, Bridelia duvigneaudii, Bridelia eranalis, Bridelia erapensis, Bridelia exaltata, Bridelia ferruginea, Bridelia fordii, Bridelia glauca, Bridelia grandis, Bridelia harmandii, Bridelia insulana, Bridelia leichhardtii, Bridelia macrocarpa, Bridelia micrantha, Bridelia microphylla, Bridelia mollis, Bridelia montana, Bridelia montana, Bridelia moonii, Bridelia ndellensis, Bridelia nicobarica, Bridelia oligantha, Bridelia ovata, Bridelia parvifolia, Bridelia pervilleana, Bridelia pustulata, Bridelia retusa, Bridelia rhomboidalis, Bridelia ripicola, Bridelia scleroneura, Bridelia sikkimensis, Bridelia somalensis, Bridelia speciosa, Bridelia stipularis, Bridelia taitensis, Bridelia tenuifolia, Bridelia tomentosa, Bridelia triplocarya, Bridelia tulasneana, Bridelia verrucosa, Bridelia whitmorei, Bridelia finalis,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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