Uncarina ankaranensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ankaranensis
ID:
418547
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ihlenf.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Kakteen And. Sukk. 55: 153 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417879
Common Names
- Uncarina ankaranensis
- Ankarana Uncarina
- Ankarana Uncarina Fruit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Uncarina ankaranensis (also called Ankaran Uncarina, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Madagascar and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Uncarina ankaranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uncarina ankaranensis has small white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uncarina ankaranensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Once established, the plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Uncarina ankaranensis
Uncarina ankaranensis is native to Madagascar.
Uncarina ankaranensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Uncarina ankaranensis?
Uncarina ankaranensis is native to Madagascar.
What are the common uses of Uncarina ankaranensis?
Uncarina ankaranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
What are the characteristics of Uncarina ankaranensis?
Uncarina ankaranensis is a small shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.
Species in the Uncarina genus
Species in the Pedaliaceae family
Dewinteria petrophila, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Holubia saccata, Linariopsis prostrata, Linariopsis chevalieri, Pedaliodiscus macrocarpus, Pedalium murex, Pterodiscus speciosus, Pterodiscus undulatus, Pterodiscus aurantiacus, Pterodiscus brasiliensis, Pterodiscus saccatus, Pterodiscus luridus, Pterodiscus ngamicus, Pterodiscus purpureus, Pterodiscus elliottii, Pterodiscus coeruleus, Pterodiscus angustifolius, Pterodiscus ruspolii, Pterodiscus kellerianus, Pterodiscus makatiniensis, Pterodiscus cinnabarinus, Pterodiscus somanei, Rogeria adenophylla, Sesamothamnus guerichii, Sesamothamnus benguellensis, Sesamothamnus lugardii, Sesamothamnus rivae, Sesamothamnus busseanus, Sesamum schinzianum, Sesamum radiatum, Sesamum rigidum, Sesamum pedalioides, Sesamum lepidotum, Sesamum triphyllum, Sesamum prostratum, Sesamum indicum, Sesamum alatum, Sesamum angolense, Sesamum angustifolium, Sesamum calycinum, Sesamum latifolium, Sesamum abbreviatum, Sesamum capense, Sesamum marlothii, Sesamum parviflorum, Sesamum rosaceum, Sesamum imperatricis, Sesamum senecioides,
References
Hans-Dieter Ihlenfeldt (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ihlenf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60433576-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].