Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
urquiolae
ID:
1317890

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter & R.Rankin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 14 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330344



Common Names

  • Diphyllocalyx Urquiolae
  • Urquiola's Diphyllocalyx
  • Urquiola's Clerodendrum


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Description

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae (also called 'Urquiola's Diphyllocalyx', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix, in a partially shaded area. Water the soil when it is dry to the touch, and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Diphyllocalyx urquiolae

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae is endemic to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia and Cauca.

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diphyllocalyx urquiolae?

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae

What is the common name of Diphyllocalyx urquiolae?

Urquiolae Diphyllocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Diphyllocalyx urquiolae?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Rosa Rankin (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rankin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60470455-2: 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].