Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
uncata
ID:
252991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32: 390 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252323



Common Names

  • Uncata Appendicula
  • Uncata Appendicula Vine
  • Uncata Appendicula Climber


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Synonyms

  • Podochilus uncatus Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Appendicula uncata (also called Uncat Appendicula, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and is usually between 5 and 10 meters tall. Its leaves are elliptic-lanceolate, with a smooth or slightly serrate margin. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Appendicula uncata has been used for medicinal purposes in traditional medicine. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Appendicula uncata sub. uncata
Appendicula uncata sub. sarawakensis J.J.Wood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Appendicula uncata has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Appendicula uncata is a small evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within two to three weeks.

Where to Find Appendicula uncata

Appendicula uncata is native to Costa Rica and can be found in wet forests at elevations of 500-1500 m.

Appendicula uncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Appendicula uncata?

Appendicula uncata

What is the family of Appendicula uncata?

Rubiaceae

Where is Appendicula uncata native to?

Colombia

Species in the Appendicula genus

Appendicula aberrans, Appendicula adnata, Appendicula alba, Appendicula anceps, Appendicula anemophila, Appendicula angustifolia, Appendicula annamensis, Appendicula anomala, Appendicula babiensis, Appendicula baliensis, Appendicula biloba, Appendicula bilobulata, Appendicula biumbonata, Appendicula bracteata, Appendicula bracteosa, Appendicula brevimentum, Appendicula buxifolia, Appendicula calcarata, Appendicula calcicola, Appendicula callifera, Appendicula carinifera, Appendicula carnosa, Appendicula celebica, Appendicula chalmersiana, Appendicula clemensiae, Appendicula collina, Appendicula concava, Appendicula congenera, Appendicula congesta, Appendicula cornuta, Appendicula crispa, Appendicula cristata, Appendicula crotalina, Appendicula cuneata, Appendicula dajakorum, Appendicula damusensis, Appendicula dendrobioides, Appendicula densifolia, Appendicula disticha, Appendicula djamuensis, Appendicula effusa, Appendicula elegans, Appendicula elmeri, Appendicula fallax, Appendicula fasciculata, Appendicula fenixii, Appendicula flaccida, Appendicula floribunda, Appendicula foliosa, Appendicula fractiflexa,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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