Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ihlenfeldtiana
ID:
418495

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavranos

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sukkulentenforsch. Afrika : 83 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417827



Common Names

  • Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana
  • Ihlenfeldtiana Uncarina
  • Uncarina Ihlenfeldtiana


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Description

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana (also called Ihlenfeldtiana, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, creeping rhizomes. It is native to Madagascar and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests, swamps and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana are small, yellow and solitary. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central Africa.

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana?

Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana

What is the common name of Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana?

Ihlenfeldt's Uncarina

Where is Uncarina ihlenfeldtiana native to?

Madagascar

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

John Jacob Lavranos (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavranos' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77068380-1: 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].