Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
crustacea
ID:
734029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Noot.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Blumea 11: 522 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733362

Common Names

  • Quassia crustacea
  • Crustacea Quassia
  • Crustacea

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Synonyms

  • Aruba crustacea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Simaba crustacea Engl. [unknown]

Description

Quassia crustacea (also called Quassia crustacea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has large, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in lowland rainforests, mountain forests, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Quassia crustacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quassia crustacea has small, blue flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seedpods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quassia crustacea is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Quassia crustacea

Quassia crustacea is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Quassia crustacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quassia crustacea?

Quassia crustacea

What is the common name of Quassia crustacea?

Crusty Quassia

What is the natural habitat of Quassia crustacea?

It is native to Central America

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2868422: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Nooteboom (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noot.' in the authors string.