Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
polyneura
ID:
1412836

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) D.J.Middleton & Livsh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(2): 356. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425301



Common Names

  • Urceola polyneura
  • Many-nerve Urceolina
  • Many-nerve Urceolus


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Description

Urceola polyneura (also called Many-nerve Urceola, 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

Urceola polyneura 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

Urceola polyneura has yellow flowers with red centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves and a central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urceola polyneura 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 Urceola polyneura

Urceola polyneura is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Urceola polyneura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urceola polyneura?

Urceola polyneura

What is the natural habitat of Urceola polyneura?

Urceola polyneura is native to the Philippines.

What is the average height of Urceola polyneura?

Urceola polyneura typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.
Tatyana Livshultz (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Livsh.' in the authors string.