Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armitiana
ID:
417871

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 10: 78 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417203



Common Names

  • Armitiana Urena
  • Urena Armitiana
  • Urena Armitana


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Description

Urena armitiana (also called Armit's Urena, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed habitats. It has small greenish-white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Urena armitiana is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Urena armitiana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urena armitiana is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant. It can also tolerate light frost. Propagation can be done by seed or by taking cuttings from the stem tips.

Where to Find Urena armitiana

Urena armitiana is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Urena armitiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urena armitiana?

Urena armitiana

What is the common name of Urena armitiana?

Armit's Urena

What is the natural habitat of Urena armitiana?

It is native to Australia

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