Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
humifusa
ID:
819972

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.DC.) E.Wimm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 56: 374 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819306

Common Names

  • Unigenes humifusa
  • Creeping Unigenes
  • Creeping Unigenes

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Description

Unigenes humifusa (also called Spreading Unigenes, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Unigenes humifusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Unigenes humifusa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Unigenes humifusa is a small, evergreen perennial that is native to Europe. It is a low-maintenance plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Unigenes humifusa

Unigenes humifusa is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Unigenes humifusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Unigenes humifusa?

Unigenes humifusa

What is the common name of Unigenes humifusa?

Creeping Unigenes

What is the natural habitat of Unigenes humifusa?

Unigenes humifusa is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Species in the Unigenes genus

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-357063: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Franz Elfried Wimmer (1881-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Wimm.' in the authors string.