Status:
valid
Authors:
Caldas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1809
Citation Micro:
Semanar. Nueva Granada : 185 (1809)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000820362
Common Names
- Ullucus Tuberosus
- Tuberous Ullucus
- Tuberous Ullucus Plant
Description
Ullucus tuberosus (also called Ulluco, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains. It has a creeping habit, with stems that can reach up to 30 cm in length. The leaves are small, linear, and arranged in opposite pairs. The flowers are small and yellow in color. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ullucus tuberosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to create hedges and borders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Ullucus tuberosus flower is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Ullucus tuberosus: This plant is best grown in a well-drained soil, with regular watering and fertilization. Propagation is done by seed or division of the tubers.
Where to Find Ullucus tuberosus
Ullucus tuberosus is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.
Ullucus tuberosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ullucus tuberosus?
Ullucus tuberosus
What are the common names of Ullucus tuberosus?
Ulluco
What is the natural habitat of Ullucus tuberosus?
Grassland and open woodlands
Species in the Ullucus genus
Species in the Basellaceae family
Anredera aspera,
Anredera baselloides,
Anredera brachystachys,
Anredera cordifolia,
Anredera densiflora,
Anredera diffusa,
Anredera floribunda,
Anredera krapovickasii,
Anredera marginata,
Anredera ramosa,
Anredera tucumanensis,
Anredera vesicaria,
Basella alba,
Basella excavata,
Basella leandriana,
Basella madagascariensis,
Basella paniculata,
Tournonia hookeriana,
Ullucus tuberosus,