Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalocarpa
ID:
933705

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 26: 137 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933043

Common Names

  • Crusea megalocarpa
  • Large-fruited Crusea
  • Large-fruited Crusea Lily

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Description

Crusea megalocarpa (also called Large-fruited Crusea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in dry forests and scrublands, and can reach up to 5 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Crusea megalocarpa is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crusea megalocarpa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Crusea megalocarpa 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 megalocarpa

Crusea megalocarpa is found in Central and South America.

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-51830: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.