Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gabonensis
ID:
418470

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pellegr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Normandie, Bot. 1(2): 81 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417802

Common Names

  • Utsetela gabonensis
  • Gabonensis Utsetela
  • Utsetela Gabonensis

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Description

Utsetela gabonensis (also called Gabonensis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, creeping rhizomes. It is native to Gabon and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests, swamps and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Utsetela gabonensis is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, ulcers, and wounds. It is also used as a food source and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Utsetela gabonensis has small, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utsetela gabonensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Utsetela gabonensis

Utsetela gabonensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central Africa.

Utsetela gabonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utsetela gabonensis?

Utsetela gabonensis

What is the common name of Utsetela gabonensis?

Gabon Utsetela

Where is Utsetela gabonensis native to?

Gabon

Species in the Utsetela genus

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