Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
1412834

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meerow) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.211111111. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425299



Common Names

  • Urceolina formosa
  • Beautiful Urceolina
  • Beautiful Urceolus


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Description

Urceolina formosa (also called Beautiful 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 formosa 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 formosa 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 formosa 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 formosa

Urceolina formosa can be found in the tropical regions of South America, Central America, and Mexico.

Urceolina formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urceolina formosa?

Urceolina formosa

What is the natural habitat of Urceolina formosa?

Urceolina formosa is native to the Philippines.

What is the average height of Urceolina formosa?

Urceolina formosa 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.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.