Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
undulata
ID:
727933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(5): 73 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727266



Common Names

  • Hyperbaena undulata
  • Wavy Hyperbaena
  • Wavy Lily


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Description

Hyperbaena undulata (also called Undulate Hyperbaena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping habit and is characterized by its undulate leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry grasslands and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hyperbaena undulata is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a medicinal herb in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyperbaena undulata has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow-green fruits. The fruits contain several seeds, which are black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyperbaena undulata is a terrestrial orchid that grows in sandy soils in open forests and woodlands. It is best propagated by division, as the seedlings are slow to develop. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Hyperbaena undulata

Hyperbaena undulata is native to Central America. It can be found in the moist forests of the region.

Hyperbaena undulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyperbaena undulata?

Hyperbaena undulata

What is the natural habitat of Hyperbaena undulata?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

What is the growth habit of Hyperbaena undulata?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and serrated leaves.

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126105-2: Based on the initial data import