Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
americana
ID:
631515

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 1079 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630847

Common Names

  • Curatella americana
  • American Curatella
  • Curatella

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Synonyms

  • Curatella americana pentagyna Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Curatella cambaiba A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Curatella glabra Spruce ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Curatella grisebachiana Eichler [unknown]

Description

Curatella americana (also called 'American Curatella', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Curatella americana has been used for ornamental purposes, as a food source, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Curatella americana are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curatella americana can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Curatella americana

Curatella americana is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.

Curatella americana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curatella americana?

Curatella americana

What is the natural habitat of Curatella americana?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

What are the common uses of Curatella americana?

Traditional medicine, dyeing, and tanning

Species in the Curatella genus

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References