Status:
valid
Authors:
(Luer & Hirtz) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 105: 194 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809621
Common Names
- Phloeophila ursula
- Ursula Phloeophila
- Ursula Phloeophila
Description
Phloeophila ursula (also called 'Ursula Phloeophila' and 'Ursula Phloeophila', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phloeophila ursula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phloeophila ursula are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phloeophila ursula can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is tolerant of temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F).
Where to Find Phloeophila ursula
Phloeophila ursula is native to Mexico and Central America.
Phloeophila ursula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phloeophila ursula?
Phloeophila ursula
What is the common name of Phloeophila ursula?
Ursula Phloeophila
Where is Phloeophila ursula native to?
South America
Species in the Phloeophila genus
Phloeophila nummularia,
Phloeophila peperomioides,
Phloeophila cunabulum,
Phloeophila cymbula,
Phloeophila dasyglossa,
Phloeophila pelecaniceps,
Phloeophila pleurothallopsis,
Phloeophila yupanki,
Phloeophila ursula,
Phloeophila alphonsiana,
Phloeophila doucetteana,
Phloeophila carrilloi,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,