Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urophylla
ID:
266643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 257 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265975

Common Names

  • Pavetta urophylla
  • Urophylla Pavetta
  • Pavetta Urophylla

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Description

Pavetta urophylla (also called Urophylla Pavetta, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m tall. It is native to India and is found in lowland and montane forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pavetta urophylla is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a source of firewood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pavetta urophylla sub. urophylla
Pavetta urophylla sub. bosii S.D.Manning

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pavetta urophylla are white and tubular, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green, with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavetta urophylla can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Pavetta urophylla

Pavetta urophylla is found in the tropical forests of West and Central Africa.

Pavetta urophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavetta urophylla?

Pavetta urophylla

What is the common name of Pavetta urophylla?

Urophylla Pavetta

Where is Pavetta urophylla native to?

Africa

Species in the Pavetta genus

Pavetta abyssinica, Pavetta aethiopica, Pavetta agrostiphylla, Pavetta akeassii, Pavetta amaniensis, Pavetta andongensis, Pavetta angolensis, Pavetta angustifolia, Pavetta ankolensis, Pavetta antennifera, Pavetta arenicola, Pavetta arenosa, Pavetta aspera, Pavetta australiensis, Pavetta axillaris, Pavetta axillipara, Pavetta backeri, Pavetta baconiella, Pavetta bagshawei, Pavetta balinensis, Pavetta bangweensis, Pavetta barbata, Pavetta barbertonensis, Pavetta barnesii, Pavetta basilanensis, Pavetta batanensis, Pavetta batesiana, Pavetta bauchei, Pavetta bequaertii, Pavetta bidentata, Pavetta bidgoodiae, Pavetta bilineata, Pavetta blanda, Pavetta bowkeri, Pavetta brachyantha, Pavetta brachycalyx, Pavetta brachysiphon, Pavetta breviflora, Pavetta brevituba, Pavetta brownii, Pavetta bruceana, Pavetta bruneelii, Pavetta brunonis, Pavetta buchneri, Pavetta burttii, Pavetta buruensis, Pavetta calothyrsa, Pavetta cambodiensis, Pavetta camerounensis, Pavetta candelabra,

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,

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