Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
volubilis
ID:
1322539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) Sugumaran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 64: 493 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334993



Common Names

  • Utania volubilis
  • Twining Utania
  • Twining-Leaf Utania


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Description

Utania volubilis (also called Climbing Utania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a woody vine that grows up to 20 meters long and has glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, round, and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Utania volubilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Utania volubilis var. microcalyx (K.M.Wong & Sugau) K.M.Wong, Sugumaran & Sugau
Utania volubilis var. volubilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Utania volubilis is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round in shape. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utania volubilis is a hardy, evergreen vine that can reach up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Utania volubilis

Utania volubilis is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Utania volubilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utania volubilis?

Utania volubilis

What is the common name of Utania volubilis?

Twining Utania

What type of plant is Utania volubilis?

Utania volubilis is a vine

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
M. Sugumaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugumaran' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125360-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.