Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
incurvata
ID:
608429

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 494 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607761

Common Names

  • Incurvata Willdenowia
  • Willdenowia incurvata
  • Incurvata Willdenowia

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Synonyms

  • Calopsis incurvata Kunth [unknown]
  • Leptocarpus incurvatus Mast. [unknown]
  • Nematanthus ecklonii Nees [unknown]
  • Restio incurvatus Thunb. [unknown]
  • Willdenowia cuspidata Mast. [unknown]
  • Willdenowia ecklonii Kunth [unknown]
  • Willdenowia neglecta Steud. [unknown]
  • Willdenowia striata Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Willdenowia incurvata (also called curved willdenowia, among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen shrub native to Europe and Asia. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Willdenowia incurvata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Willdenowia incurvata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Willdenowia incurvata is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Willdenowia incurvata

Willdenowia incurvata is native to tropical regions of Africa. It can be found in wetlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Willdenowia incurvata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Willdenowia incurvata?

Willdenowia incurvata

What is the common name of Willdenowia incurvata?

Curved-leaved Willdenowia

What are the uses of Willdenowia incurvata?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-272382: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.