Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
418269

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 440 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417601



Common Names

  • Uvedalia linearis
  • Linearis Uvedalia
  • Uvedalia


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Description

Uvedalia linearis (also called Uvedalia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Uvedalia linearis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatic pain.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Uvedalia linearis var. lutea (Benth.) W.R.Barker & Beardsley
Uvedalia linearis var. linearis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Uvedalia linearis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uvedalia linearis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune as needed to maintain desired shape.

Where to Find Uvedalia linearis

Uvedalia linearis is native to wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

Uvedalia linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uvedalia linearis?

Uvedalia linearis

What type of plant is Uvedalia linearis?

Tree

Where is Uvedalia linearis found?

Central America

Species in the Uvedalia genus

Species in the Phrymaceae family

Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810552-1: 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].