Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
ulei
ID:
383019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Warb.) Ducke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 38 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382351

Common Names

  • Naucleopsis ulei
  • Ulei Naucleopsis
  • Ule's Naucleopsis

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Synonyms

  • Acanthosphaera ulei Warb. [unknown]
  • Ogcodeia ulei (Warb.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Naucleopsis ulei ulei [unknown]
  • Uleodendron amarum (Ducke) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Uleodendron ulei (Warb.) Rauschert [unknown]

Description

Naucleopsis ulei (also called Ule's naucleopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and oblong leaves. It is found in moist soils, forests, and along the edges of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Naucleopsis ulei is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Naucleopsis ulei sub. subandina C.C.Berg
Naucleopsis ulei sub. amara (Ducke) C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Naucleopsis ulei is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, which is surrounded by several bracts. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Naucleopsis ulei is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Naucleopsis ulei

Naucleopsis ulei is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in moist habitats such as wet meadows and stream banks.

Naucleopsis ulei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Naucleopsis ulei?

Naucleopsis ulei is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the size of Naucleopsis ulei?

Naucleopsis ulei is a small species, typically reaching a height of around 20 cm.

What is the flowering period of Naucleopsis ulei?

Naucleopsis ulei typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2384905: Based on the initial data import
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.