Owenia cepiodora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 11: 82 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388723
Common Names
- Cepiodora Owenia
- Cepiodora Owenia
- Cepiodora Owenia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Owenia cepiodora (also called cephalopod owenia, among many other common names) is a marine worm of the Oweniidae family. It is native to the Indo-Pacific region and is found in shallow, sandy areas. It has a long, cylindrical body and small, white tentacles.
Uses & Benefits
Owenia cepiodora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Owenia cepiodora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Owenia cepiodora is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and should be planted in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilization to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Owenia cepiodora
Owenia cepiodora can be found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, from the Red Sea to the Hawaiian Islands.
Owenia cepiodora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Owenia cepiodora?
Owenia cepiodora
What is the common name of Owenia cepiodora?
Cepiodora Owenia
What is the natural habitat of Owenia cepiodora?
It is found in tropical forests in South America
Species in the Owenia genus
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:579105-1: Based on the initial data import