Status:
valid
Authors:
Dugand & Romero
Source:
ildis
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Mutisia26: 7 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178506
Common Names
- Tamarindoides Uribea
- Tamarindoides Uribea Tree
- Tamarindoides Uribea Bush
Description
Uribea tamarindoides (also called 'Tamarind-like Uribea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Uribea tamarindoides is used as a food source for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a soil improver. Its leaves can be used as a tea substitute and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uribea tamarindoides has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Uribea tamarindoides is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Uribea tamarindoides
Uribea tamarindoides is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady habitats, often near streams and rivers.
Uribea tamarindoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uribea tamarindoides?
Uribea tamarindoides
What is the common name of Uribea tamarindoides?
Tamarind-like uribea
What is the natural habitat of Uribea tamarindoides?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Uribea genus
Species in the Fabaceae family