Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
udzungwaensis
ID:
1319825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Faden & Layton

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Commelin.: 35 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332279



Common Names

  • Coleotrype Udzungwaensis
  • Udzungwaensis Coleotrype
  • Coleotrype


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Description

Coleotrype udzungwaensis (also called Udzungwa Scarp Forest Frog, among many other common names) is a species of frog in the family Arthroleptidae. It is found in the Udzungwa Mountains of Tanzania. The species is a terrestrial frog that is found in montane forest and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coleotrype udzungwaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coleotrype udzungwaensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coleotrype udzungwaensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and the plants will flower in late summer or early fall. The plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Coleotrype udzungwaensis

Coleotrype udzungwaensis can be found in Tanzania.

Coleotrype udzungwaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coleotrype udzungwaensis?

Coleotrype udzungwaensis

What is the common name of Coleotrype udzungwaensis?

Udzungwa Coleotrype

What is the natural habitat of Coleotrype udzungwaensis?

Coleotrype udzungwaensis is found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

Robert Bruce Faden (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Faden' in the authors string.
Daniel J. Layton: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Layton' in the authors string.