Crusea hispida - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mill.) B.L.Rob.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 45: 409 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933034
Common Names
- Crusea hispida
- Hairy Crusea
- Hairy Crusea Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crusea hispida (also called Hairy Crusea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry forests, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Crusea hispida is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Crusea hispida var. grandiflora (Paul G.Wilson) W.R.AndersonCrusea hispida var. hispida
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crusea hispida has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crusea hispida is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant. It can be pruned to maintain its size and shape and is relatively low-maintenance.
Where to Find Crusea hispida
Crusea hispida is found in Central and South America.
Species in the Crusea genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-51822: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.