Urvillea stipitata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stipitata
ID:
418258
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 264 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417590
Common Names
- Urvillea stipitata
- Stipitata Urvillea
- Urvillea
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- Urvillea stipitata subhirsuta Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Urvillea stipitata (also called Stalked Urvillea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Urvillea stipitata is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, ulcers, and wounds. It is also used as a food source and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Urvillea stipitata has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Urvillea stipitata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.
Where to Find Urvillea stipitata
Urvillea stipitata is native to wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
Urvillea stipitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urvillea stipitata?
Urvillea stipitata
What type of plant is Urvillea stipitata?
Shrub
Where is Urvillea stipitata found?
South America
Species in the Urvillea genus
Urvillea paucidentata, Urvillea mexicana, Urvillea laevis, Urvillea glabra, Urvillea ulmacea, Urvillea triphylla, Urvillea stipularis, Urvillea stipitata, Urvillea rufescens, Urvillea venezuelensis, Urvillea chacoensis, Urvillea uniloba, Urvillea dasycarpa, Urvillea filipes, Urvillea intermedia, Urvillea andersonii, Urvillea pterocarpa, Urvillea procumbens, Urvillea oliveirae, Urvillea cuchujaquensis,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2450013: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.