Urvillea ulmacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulmacea
ID:
418249
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 105 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417581
Common Names
- Urvillea ulmacea
- Ulmacea Urvillea
- Urvillea
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- Koelreuteria triphylla Pers. [unknown]
- Urvillea berteroana DC. [unknown]
- Urvillea seriana Griseb. [unknown]
- Urvillea ulmacea berteriana (DC.) F.A.Barkley [unknown]
- Serjania cirrhiflora Sieber ex Radlk. [unknown]
- Serjania moritziana Schltdl. [unknown]
- Serjania lanceolata Cambess. [unknown]
- Urvillea ulmacea berteriana (DC.) Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Urvillea ulmacea (also called Elm-Leaved 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 ulmacea 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
The flowers of Urvillea ulmacea are small, white and tubular in shape. The seeds are tiny, black and round. The seedlings have small, rounded leaves and a single root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Urvillea ulmacea 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 ulmacea
Urvillea ulmacea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Urvillea ulmacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urvillea ulmacea?
Urvillea ulmacea
What type of plant is Urvillea ulmacea?
Shrub
Where is Urvillea ulmacea 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-2450002: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.