Anacolosa crassipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 44: 153 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533097
Common Names
- Anacolosa crassipes
- Thick-stemmed Anacolosa
- Thick-stemmed False-broom
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- Platea crassipes Kurz [unknown]
Description
Anacolosa crassipes (also called Thick-stemmed Anacolosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia. It can grow up to 5 meters tall and has a wide spreading crown. It prefers moist habitats, such as tropical rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Anacolosa crassipes is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and inflammation. It is also used as a food preservative and as a flavoring agent in food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anacolosa crassipes has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Anacolosa crassipes is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Anacolosa crassipes
Anacolosa crassipes can be found in the wild in South Africa.
Anacolosa crassipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacolosa crassipes?
Anacolosa crassipes
What is the common name of Anacolosa crassipes?
Thick-footed Anacolosa
What is the natural habitat of Anacolosa crassipes?
It is native to Brazil and Venezuela.
Species in the Anacolosa genus
Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera,
Species in the Olacaceae family
Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635937: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.