Urena repanda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb. ex Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Cycl. 37: n.º 6 (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281682
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Urena repanda (also called Urena Repanda, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in China, Japan, and Korea. It has a rhizome that is short, erect, and densely scaly. Its fronds are lanceolate and pinnate-pinnatifid. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in valleys at elevations of 500-1400 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Urena repanda is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Urena repanda is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Urena repanda is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Urena repanda
Urena repanda can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Urena repanda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urena repanda?
Urena repanda
What is the common name of Urena repanda?
Urena
What is the family of Urena repanda?
Malvaceae
Species in the Urena genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50314852: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.