Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ursula
ID:
810287

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-347845: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.