Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblonga
ID:
1410856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Benth.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 185 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423321

Common Names

  • Uraria oblonga
  • Oblong Uraria
  • Oblong Goatweed

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Description

Uraria oblonga (also called Oblong Uraria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and erect stems that reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are opposite, oblong, and serrate. Its flowers are white or yellow and appear in summer. It prefers sunny and dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Uraria oblonga is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and treat urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Uraria oblonga has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uraria oblonga can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and pH levels.

Where to Find Uraria oblonga

Uraria oblonga can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Uraria oblonga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uraria oblonga?

Uraria oblonga

What is the common name of Uraria oblonga?

Oblong Uraria

What is the natural habitat of Uraria oblonga?

It is native to eastern Asia, where it grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other moist sites.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.