Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
brachysepala
ID:
331146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 659 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330478



Common Names

  • Urceola Brachysepala
  • Brachysepal Urceola
  • Brachysepal Urceola Plant


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Synonyms

  • Urceola acuteacuminata Boerl. [unknown]
  • Urceola imberbis Merr. [unknown]
  • Urceola maingayi Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Urceola philippinensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Urceola acuteacuminata polyneura Boerl. [unknown]
  • Carruthersia imberbis Elmer [unknown]
  • Chavannesia brachysepala (Hook.f.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Chavannesia imberbis (Elmer) Pichon [unknown]
  • Chavannesia philippinensis (Merr.) Pichon [unknown]

Description

Urceola brachysepala (also called Brachysepalous Urceola, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in montane forests, usually on rocks or cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Urceola brachysepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Urceola brachysepala is a small, pink, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urceola brachysepala is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Urceola brachysepala

Urceola brachysepala is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Urceola brachysepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urceola brachysepala?

Urceola brachysepala

What is the common name of Urceola brachysepala?

Brachysepala Urceola

What is the natural habitat of Urceola brachysepala?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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