Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
urophylla
ID:
222327

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10: 218 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221656

Common Names

  • Kutchubaea urophylla
  • Urophyllum Kutchubaea
  • Urophyllum Tree-Fern

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Synonyms

  • Alibertia iquitensis Ducke [valid]
  • Amaioua urophylla Standl. [valid]

Description

Kutchubaea urophylla (also called Urophylla Kutchubaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the Amazon region and is found in wet lowland forests. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. The leaves are ovate and the inflorescence is a spadix with a white spathe.

Uses & Benefits

Kutchubaea urophylla is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, reducing inflammation, and providing relief from pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kutchubaea urophylla has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kutchubaea urophylla is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist until rooted.

Where to Find Kutchubaea urophylla

Kutchubaea urophylla is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Kutchubaea urophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kutchubaea urophylla?

Kutchubaea urophylla

What is the common name of Kutchubaea urophylla?

Kutchubaea

What is the natural habitat of Kutchubaea urophylla?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106623: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.