Status:
valid
Authors:
Schindl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.21: 15 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204795
Common Names
- Uraria kurzii
- Kurz's Goat's-rue
- Kurzii Goat's-rue
Description
Uraria kurzii (also called Kurz's Uraria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It is found in moist soils in grassland and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Uraria kurzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uraria kurzii has small yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Uraria kurzii is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought conditions. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Uraria kurzii
Uraria kurzii is native to the Mediterranean region.
Uraria kurzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uraria kurzii?
Uraria kurzii
What is the common name of Uraria kurzii?
Kurz's Uraria
What is the habitat of Uraria kurzii?
It is found in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas
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