Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
uaupensis
ID:
835654

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spruce ex O.Berg) S.A.Mori, Ya Y.Huang & Prance

Source:
iplants

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 80 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834989

Common Names

  • Allantoma uaupensis
  • Uaupensis Allantoma
  • Uaupensis' Allantoma

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Description

Allantoma uaupensis (also called Uaupés Allantoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Allantoma uaupensis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allantoma uaupensis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allantoma uaupensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Allantoma uaupensis

Allantoma uaupensis is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Allantoma uaupensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allantoma uaupensis?

Allantoma uaupensis

What is the natural habitat of Allantoma uaupensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the ideal growing conditions for Allantoma uaupensis?

High humidity, bright indirect light, and well-draining soil

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372176: Based on the initial data import
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Otto Karl Berg (1815-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Berg' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.
Ya Yi Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ya Y.Huang' in the authors string.