Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
uncata
ID:
783102

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Andrews) L.G.Lohmann

Source:
iplants

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nuevo Cat. Fl. Vasc. Venezuela : 273 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782435



Common Names

  • Adenocalymma racemosum
  • Racemosum
  • Racemosum Vine


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Description

Dolichandra uncata (also called Hooked Dolichandra, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichandra uncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dolichandra uncata is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid capsule with two seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichandra uncata is a shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Dolichandra uncata

Dolichandra uncata is native to Brazil.

Dolichandra uncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichandra uncata?

Dolichandra uncata

What is the common name of Dolichandra uncata?

Cat's Claw

What is the natural habitat of Dolichandra uncata?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.
Lúcia Garcez Lohmann (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Lohmann' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77100511-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].