Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
751798

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Herb.) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 3: 732 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751131



Common Names

  • Broadleaf Urceolina
  • Broadleaf Star-Cluster
  • Broadleaf Starcluster


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Description

Urceolina latifolia (also called Urceolina, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has bright green, glossy leaves and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Urceolina latifolia is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Urceolina latifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Urceolina latifolia is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Urceolina latifolia are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urceolina latifolia is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Urceolina latifolia

Urceolina latifolia is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Urceolina latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urceolina latifolia?

Urceolina latifolia

What is the common name of Urceolina latifolia?

Latifolia Urceolina

What is the natural habitat of Urceolina latifolia?

Dry grasslands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290692: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Herbert (1778-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herb.' in the authors string.