Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
174139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 68 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173468

Common Names

  • Cratylia mollis
  • Soft Cratylia
  • Soft Leafflower

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Description

Cratylia mollis (also called Cratylia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry and semi-dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cratylia mollis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cratylia mollis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are slender, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cratylia mollis is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Cratylia mollis

Cratylia mollis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cratylia mollis FAQ

What are the common names of Cratylia mollis?

Cratylia mollis is commonly known as the Soft Cratylia.

What is the natural habitat of Cratylia mollis?

The natural habitat of Cratylia mollis is tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the growth habit of Cratylia mollis?

Cratylia mollis is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.