Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
ulei
ID:
541478

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Mart.Crov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 6: 97 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540810



Common Names

  • Ulei Apodanthera
  • Ule's Apodanthera
  • Ule's Leafless Apodanthera


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Synonyms

  • Apodanthera catharinensis Mart.Crov. [unknown]
  • Melothria ulei Cogn. [unknown]
  • Wilbrandia dusenii Harms [unknown]

Description

Apodanthera ulei (also called 'Ule's Apodanthera', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with thick, fleshy stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apodanthera ulei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is known to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Apodanthera ulei are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodanthera ulei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Apodanthera ulei

Apodanthera ulei can be found in Brazil.

Apodanthera ulei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodanthera ulei?

Apodanthera ulei

What is the common name of Apodanthera ulei?

Ule's Apodanthera

What is the natural habitat of Apodanthera ulei?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644233: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Raúl Nereo Martínez Crovetto (1921-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.Crov.' in the authors string.