Crux is a small but prominent constellation in the southern sky. It is a very conspicuous constellation due to its four bright stars and proximity to those of Centaurus.
| Crux | |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Crux |
| Latin genitive | Crucis |
| Abbreviation | Cru |
| Brightest star | Acrux (α Crucis) |
| Fully visible | 25° N to 90° S |
| Observation time for Central Europe | not observable |
