Crudia tomentosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aubl.) J.F.Macbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.59: 20 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165693
Common Names
- Crudia tomentosa
- Tomentosa Crudia
- Crudia
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- Crudia parivoa DC. [illegitimate]
- Apalatoa tomentosa (Aubl.) Taub. [valid]
- Parivoa tomentosa Aubl. [valid]
- Touchiroa parivoa Rich. ex DC. [invalid]
- Tuchiroa tomentosa (Aubl.) Kuntze [valid]
- Dimorpha tomentosa (Aubl.) Willd. [unknown]
- Dimorpha tomentosa (Aubl.) Forsyth f. [valid]
Description
Crudia tomentosa (also called Woolly Crudia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Crudia tomentosa is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Crudia tomentosa are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crudia tomentosa is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Where to Find Crudia tomentosa
Crudia tomentosa is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Crudia tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crudia tomentosa?
Crudia tomentosa
What is the common name of Crudia tomentosa?
Tomentose crudia
What is the natural habitat of Crudia tomentosa?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America
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
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crudia tomentosa (Aubl.) J.F.Macbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.