Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.49: 422 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167254
Common Names
- Unijugum Eurypetalum
- Eurypetalum Vine
- Eurypetalum Unijugum
Description
Eurypetalum unijugum (also called 'One-Jugged Eurypetalum', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has a woody stem and small, oval leaves. It typically grows in rocky areas and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eurypetalum unijugum is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of timber and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eurypetalum unijugum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem. The leaves are long and narrow.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eurypetalum unijugum is a small, evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Eurypetalum unijugum
Eurypetalum unijugum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Eurypetalum unijugum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eurypetalum unijugum?
Eurypetalum unijugum
What is the natural habitat of Eurypetalum unijugum?
Tropical rainforests
What is the growth habit of Eurypetalum unijugum?
Small tree or shrub
Species in the Eurypetalum genus
Species in the Fabaceae family