Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
933680

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 567 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933018



Common Names

  • Crusea coccinea
  • Coccinea Crusea
  • Scarlet Crusea


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Description

Crusea coccinea (also called Scarlet Crusea, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant in the Rubiaceae family. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Crusea coccinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crusea coccinea var. chiriquensis W.R.Anderson
Crusea coccinea var. coccinea
Crusea coccinea var. breviloba Loes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crusea coccinea has bright red flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crusea coccinea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Crusea coccinea

Crusea coccinea is found in Central and South America.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References