Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wurdack) B.Walln.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 98B(Suppl.): 461 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162739
Common Names
- Wurdastom ecuadorensis
- Ecuadorensis Wurdastom
- Ecuadorensis
Synonyms
- Alloneuron ecuadorense Wurdack [unknown]
Description
Wurdastom ecuadorensis (also called 'Ecuadorian wurdastom', among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to the Andes in Ecuador. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Wurdastom ecuadorensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat digestive issues, reduce inflammation, and boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Wurdastom ecuadorensis is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wurdastom ecuadorensis is a tropical fern native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be propagated by spores, division, or by rhizome cuttings. It can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground in a shady area.
Where to Find Wurdastom ecuadorensis
Wurdastom ecuadorensis is endemic to Ecuador and can be found in the provinces of Azuay, Bolívar, Cañar, and Loja.
Wurdastom ecuadorensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wurdastom ecuadorensis?
Wurdastom ecuadorensis
What type of plant is Wurdastom ecuadorensis?
Herb
Where is Wurdastom ecuadorensis found?
Ecuador
Species in the Wurdastom genus
Wurdastom ecuadorensis,
Wurdastom bullata,
Wurdastom cuatrecasasii,
Wurdastom dorrii,
Wurdastom dudleyi,
Wurdastom ecuadorense,
Wurdastom hexamera,
Wurdastom sneidernii,
Wurdastom subglabra,
Wurdastom lateriflora,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,