Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
1412835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Linden) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.211111111. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425300



Common Names

  • Urceolina amazonica
  • Amazon Urceolina
  • Amazon Urceolus


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Description

Urceolina amazonica (also called Amazon Urceolina, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Urceolina amazonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Urceolina amazonica has yellow flowers with red centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urceolina amazonica is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated through division of the rhizome. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Urceolina amazonica

Urceolina amazonica is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas near streams and rivers.

Urceolina amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urceolina amazonica?

Urceolina amazonica

What is the natural habitat of Urceolina amazonica?

Urceolina amazonica is native to the Philippines.

What is the average height of Urceolina amazonica?

Urceolina amazonica typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.