Crudia glaberrima - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steud.) J.F.Macbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.59: 20 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182125
Common Names
- Crudia Glaberrima
- Crudia Glabra
- Crudia Glabrata
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- Hirtella glaberrima Steud. [unknown]
- Apalatoa glaberrima (Steud.) Taub. [valid]
- Crudia obliqua Griseb. [valid]
- Crudia falcata Klotzsch [valid]
- Crudia hirtelloides Miq. ex Benth. [valid]
- Crudia oblonga Griseb. [illegitimate]
Description
Crudia glaberrima (also called Smooth Crudia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crudia glaberrima is a yellow-orange colour, with a globular shape. The seed is small, dark brown and hard-coated. The seedling has a single stem, with small, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crudia glaberrima is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.
Where to Find Crudia glaberrima
Crudia glaberrima is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Crudia glaberrima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia glaberrima?
Crudia glaberrima
What is the common name of Crudia glaberrima?
Smooth crudia
What is the natural habitat of Crudia glaberrima?
Crudia glaberrima is native to Mexico
Species in the Crudia genus
Crudia bibundina, Crudia gabonensis, Crudia harmsiana, Crudia klainei, Crudia laurentii, Crudia ledermannii, Crudia michelsonii, Crudia senegalensis, Crudia zenkeri, Crudia aequalis, Crudia amazonica, Crudia oblonga, Crudia tomentosa, Crudia aromatica, Crudia bracteata, Crudia glaberrima, Crudia spicata, Crudia acuminata, Crudia papuana, Crudia caudata, Crudia gracilis, Crudia balachandrae, Crudia zeylanica, Crudia bantamensis, Crudia blancoi, Crudia cauliflora, Crudia curtisii, Crudia orientalis, Crudia ornata, Crudia penduliflora, Crudia splendens, Crudia tenuipes, Crudia viridiflora, Crudia wrayi, Crudia letouzeyi, Crudia liberica, Crudia cynometroides, Crudia humboldtiana, Crudia abbreviata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia glaberrima (Steud.) J.F.Macbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.