Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 304 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751338
Common Names
- Uvularia Sessilifolia
- Sessilifolia Uvularia
- Uvularia
Description
Uvularia sessilifolia (also called Uvularia, among many other common names) is a deciduous perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It has bright green, glossy leaves and produces yellow flowers in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Uvularia sessilifolia 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 Uvularia sessilifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Uvularia sessilifolia is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Uvularia sessilifolia are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Uvularia sessilifolia 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 Uvularia sessilifolia
Uvularia sessilifolia can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Louisiana.
Uvularia sessilifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uvularia sessilifolia?
Uvularia sessilifolia
What is the common name of Uvularia sessilifolia?
Sessileleaf Bellwort
What are the growth requirements of Uvularia sessilifolia?
Uvularia sessilifolia prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Uvularia genus
Species in the Colchicaceae family
Baeometra uniflora,
Baeometra uniflora,
Burchardia bairdiae,
Burchardia congesta,
Burchardia monantha,
Burchardia multiflora,
Burchardia rosea,
Burchardia umbellata,
Camptorrhiza indica,
Camptorrhiza strumosa,
Colchicum alpinum,
Colchicum antilibanoticum,
Colchicum arenarium,
Colchicum arenasii,
Colchicum asteranthum,
Colchicum atticum,
Colchicum autumnale,
Colchicum balansae,
Colchicum baytopiorum,
Colchicum bivonae,
Colchicum boissieri,
Colchicum bulbocodium,
Colchicum burttii,
Colchicum chalcedonicum,
Colchicum chimonanthum,
Colchicum cilicicum,
Colchicum confusum,
Colchicum corsicum,
Colchicum cretense,
Colchicum crocifolium,
Colchicum cupanii,
Colchicum davisii,
Colchicum decaisnei,
Colchicum doerfleri,
Colchicum dolichantherum,
Colchicum eichleri,
Colchicum euboeum,
Colchicum fasciculare,
Colchicum feinbruniae,
Colchicum filifolium,
Colchicum freynii,
Colchicum gonarei,
Colchicum graecum,
Colchicum haynaldii,
Colchicum heldreichii,
Colchicum hierosolymitanum,
Colchicum hirsutum,
Colchicum hungaricum,
Colchicum imperatoris-friderici,
Colchicum inundatum,