Status:
valid
Authors:
de Wit
Source:
ildis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 18: 425 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206111
Common Names
- Crudia ornata
- Ornata Crudia
- Ornata
Synonyms
- Crudia venenosa de Wit [unknown]
Description
Crudia ornata (also called Ornate Crudia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in lowland forests. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 meters in height, with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia ornata is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a timber tree for its hardwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crudia ornata is a white star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crudia ornata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and will tolerate partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can be propagated by division.
Where to Find Crudia ornata
Crudia ornata is native to tropical Africa and is found in the rainforest areas of Nigeria and Cameroon.
Crudia ornata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia ornata?
Crudia ornata
What is the common name of Crudia ornata?
Ornate Crudia
What is the growth habit of Crudia ornata?
It is an annual or perennial herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.
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