Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
urceolata
ID:
751839

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) M.L.Green

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Syn. Mitteleur. Fl. 3: 409 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751172



Common Names

  • Urceolina Urceolata
  • Urceolata Urceolina
  • Urceolina Urceolata Plant


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Description

Urceolina urceolata (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 urceolata is used medicinally to treat skin diseases, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urceolina urceolata 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 urceolata

Urceolina urceolata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Urceolina urceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urceolina urceolata?

Urceolina urceolata

What is the common name of Urceolina urceolata?

Urceolata Urceolina

What type of plant is Urceolina urceolata?

Herbaceous perennial

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-290737: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Mary Letitia Green (1886-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Green' in the authors string.