Uvariopsis lovettiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lovettiana
ID:
746659
Status:
valid
Authors:
Couvreur & Q.Luke
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Blumea 55: 70 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745992
Common Names
- Uvariopsis Lovettiana
- Lovett's Uvariopsis
- Lovettiana Uvariopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Uvariopsis lovettiana (also called Lovett's Uvariopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8m in height. It is native to West Africa and is found in lowland forests and along roadsides. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are white.
Uses & Benefits
Uvaria unguiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uvariopsis lovettiana has white flowers with yellowish-green veins and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uvariopsis lovettiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Uvariopsis lovettiana
Uvariopsis lovettiana is native to the United States. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and canyons.
Uvariopsis lovettiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uvariopsis lovettiana?
Uvariopsis lovettiana
What is the common name of Uvariopsis lovettiana?
Lovett's Uvariopsis
What is the family of Uvariopsis lovettiana?
Annonaceae
Species in the Uvariopsis genus
Uvariopsis congensis, Uvariopsis solheidii, Uvariopsis noldeae, Uvariopsis congolana, Uvariopsis lovettiana, Uvariopsis letestui, Uvariopsis bisexualis, Uvariopsis zenkeri, Uvariopsis bakeriana, Uvariopsis dioica, Uvariopsis sessiliflora, Uvariopsis globiflora, Uvariopsis guineensis, Uvariopsis korupensis, Uvariopsis submontana, Uvariopsis dicaprio, Uvariopsis citrata, Uvariopsis pedunculosa, Uvariopsis etugeana,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,
References
Quentin Luke (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Luke' in the authors string.
Thomas Louis Peter Couvreur (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Couvreur' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77104906-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.