Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bot. Arch. 1: 106 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691244
Common Names
- Fittingia Urceolata
- Urceolata
- Urceolate Fittingia
Description
Fittingia urceolata (also called Urceolate Fittingia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers arranged in urn-shaped clusters. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Fittingia urceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fittingia urceolata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fittingia urceolata is a hardy plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Fittingia urceolata
Fittingia urceolata can be found in Central and South America.
Fittingia urceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fittingia urceolata?
Fittingia urceolata
What is the common name of Fittingia urceolata?
Urceolata Fittingia
Where is Fittingia urceolata found?
Fittingia urceolata is found in Central and South America
Species in the Fittingia genus
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Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,