Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
cuchujaquensis
ID:
1409419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ferrucci & Acev.-Rodr.) Acev.-Rodr. & Ferrucci

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42(1): 111. 2017 [1 Mar 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421884



Common Names

  • Cuchujaquensis Urvillea
  • Cuchujaquensis Urvillea Tree
  • Cuchujaquensis Urvillea Wood


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Description

Urvillea cuchujaquensis (also called Cuchujaquensis Urvillea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cucurbitaceae. It is a vine, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America, where it is found in forests and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Urvillea cuchujaquensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Urvillea cuchujaquensis has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are oval-shaped with a hairy stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urvillea cuchujaquensis is a shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the seeds germinate. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.

Where to Find Urvillea cuchujaquensis

Urvillea cuchujaquensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Urvillea cuchujaquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urvillea cuchujaquensis?

Urvillea cuchujaquensis

What is the common name of Urvillea cuchujaquensis?

Cuchujaquensis's Urvillea

What is the natural habitat of Urvillea cuchujaquensis?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.
María Silvia Ferrucci (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferrucci' in the authors string.