Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) Traub
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 27: 59 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751153
Common Names
- Urceolina Bonplandii
- Bonplandii Urceolina
- Urceolina Bonplandii Plant
Description
Urceolina bonplandii (also called Urceolina, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has bright green, glossy leaves and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Urceolina bonplandii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscape design. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Urceolina bonplandii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Urceolina bonplandii is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Urceolina bonplandii are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Urceolina bonplandii is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Urceolina bonplandii
Urceolina bonplandii can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Urceolina bonplandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urceolina bonplandii?
Urceolina bonplandii
What are the common names of Urceolina bonplandii?
Bonpland's Urceolina, Bonpland's False Pea
Where does Urceolina bonplandii grow?
It is native to the Andes in Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.
Species in the Urceolina genus
Urceolina castelnaeana,
Urceolina corynandra,
Urceolina fulva,
Urceolina microcrater,
Urceolina bouchei,
Urceolina latifolia,
Urceolina lehmannii,
Urceolina grandiflora,
Urceolina candida,
Urceolina bakeriana,
Urceolina bonplandii,
Urceolina astrophiala,
Urceolina ayacucensis,
Urceolina robledoana,
Urceolina sanderi,
Urceolina urceolata,
Urceolina oxyandra,
Urceolina ulei,
Urceolina cuzcoensis,
Urceolina formosa,
Urceolina amazonica,
Urceolina moorei,
Urceolina ruthiana,
Urceolina caucana,
Urceolina cyaneosperma,
Urceolina plicata,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis,
Acis longifolia,
Acis rosea,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis fabrei,
Acis nicaeensis,
Acis tingitana,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis valentina,
Acis ionica,
Agapanthus africanus,
Agapanthus campanulatus,
Agapanthus caulescens,
Agapanthus coddii,
Agapanthus inapertus,
Agapanthus praecox,
Agapanthus walshii,
Allium aaseae,
Allium abramsii,
Allium acidoides,
Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
Allium acutiflorum,
Allium aegilicum,
Allium affine,
Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
Allium akaka,
Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
Allium albiflorum,
Allium albotunicatum,
Allium albovianum,
Allium alexandrae,
Allium alexeianum,
Allium alibile,
Allium alpinarii,
Allium altaicum,
Allium altissimum,
Allium altyncolicum,
Allium amethystinum,
Allium ampeloprasum,
Allium amphibolum,
Allium amplectens,
Allium anacoleum,
Allium anatolicum,
Allium anceps,
Allium angulosum,
Allium anisopodium,