Uraria gossweileri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.66(Suppl. 1): 113 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177989
Common Names
- Gossweiler's Uraria
- Gossweiler's Uraria Plant
- Gossweiler's Uraria Herb
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Uraria gossweileri (also called Gossweiler's Uraria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8m in height. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Uraria gossweileri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uraria gossweileri has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uraria gossweileri is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Uraria gossweileri
Uraria gossweileri is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be found in areas with high humidity and temperatures, such as rainforests and swamps. It can also be found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uraria gossweileri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uraria gossweileri?
Uraria gossweileri
What is the common name of Uraria gossweileri?
Gossweiler's Uraria
What is the family of Uraria gossweileri?
Fabaceae
Species in the Uraria genus
Uraria gossweileri, Uraria picta, Uraria lagopodioides, Uraria lagopodoides, Uraria crinita, Uraria rufescens, Uraria lacei, Uraria sinensis, Uraria campanulata, Uraria acaulis, Uraria acuminata, Uraria balansae, Uraria campanulata, Uraria cochinchinensis, Uraria cordifolia, Uraria pierrei, Uraria poilanei, Uraria rotundata, Uraria gracilis, Uraria kurzii, Uraria lagopus, Uraria prunellifolia, Uraria candida, Uraria oblonga, Uraria pseudoacuminata, Uraria pulchra,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Uraria gossweileri Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.