Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
428050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 4: 75 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427382

Common Names

  • Wulfenia
  • Orientalis Wulfenia
  • Wulfenia Orientalis

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Description

Wulfenia orientalis (also called Oriental Wulfenia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Asia. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Wulfenia orientalis has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of food, for medicinal purposes, as a fuel source, and for construction materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wulfenia orientalis flower is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wulfenia orientalis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Wulfenia orientalis

Wulfenia orientalis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of the region.

Wulfenia orientalis FAQ

What are the common uses of Wulfenia orientalis?

Wulfenia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.

What is the growth rate of Wulfenia orientalis?

Wulfenia orientalis grows at a moderate rate.

What is the best soil type for Wulfenia orientalis?

Wulfenia orientalis prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812937-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].