Iguanura ambigua - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 105 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217345
Common Names
- Iguanura ambigua
- Ambiguous Iguanura
- Ginger Iguanura
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iguanura ambigua (also called 'Ambiguous Iguanura', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its long, thin stems and leaves, and its small, white flowers. It grows in wet, marshy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Iguanura ambigua is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iguanura ambigua has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iguanura ambigua is a perennial, evergreen climber with an upright habit. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Iguanura ambigua
Iguanura ambigua is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Iguanura ambigua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iguanura ambigua?
Iguanura ambigua
What are the common names of Iguanura ambigua?
Ambiguous Iguanura
What is the natural habitat of Iguanura ambigua?
Moist, shady areas
Species in the Iguanura genus
Iguanura ambigua, Iguanura asli, Iguanura belumensis, Iguanura bicornis, Iguanura borneensis, Iguanura chaiana, Iguanura corniculata, Iguanura curvata, Iguanura divergens, Iguanura elegans, Iguanura geonomiformis, Iguanura humilis, Iguanura kelantanensis, Iguanura leucocarpa, Iguanura macrostachya, Iguanura melinauensis, Iguanura minor, Iguanura mirabilis, Iguanura myochodoides, Iguanura palmuncula, Iguanura parvula, Iguanura perdana, Iguanura piahensis, Iguanura polymorpha, Iguanura prolifera, Iguanura remotiflora, Iguanura sanderiana, Iguanura speciosa, Iguanura tenuis, Iguanura thalangensis, Iguanura wallichiana, Iguanura cemurung, Iguanura diffusa, Iguanura namsabiensis,
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Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102414: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.