Uncaria acida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 129 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329178
Common Names
- Uncaria acida
- Cat's claw
- Uña de gato
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Nauclea acida W.Hunter [valid]
- Ourouparia acida Baill. [valid]
- Uruparia acida Kuntze [valid]
Description
Uncaria acida (also called Acidic uncaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist lowland forests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Uncaria acida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Uncaria acida var. acidaUncaria acida var. papuana Valeton
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uncaria acida has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uncaria acida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Uncaria acida
Uncaria acida is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.
Uncaria acida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uncaria acida?
Uncaria acida
What is the common name of Uncaria acida?
Cat's Claw
What is the natural habitat of Uncaria acida?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Uncaria genus
Uncaria acida, Uncaria africana, Uncaria attenuata, Uncaria barbata, Uncaria bernaysii, Uncaria borneensis, Uncaria callophylla, Uncaria canescens, Uncaria cordata, Uncaria donisii, Uncaria elliptica, Uncaria gambir, Uncaria guianensis, Uncaria hirsuta, Uncaria homomalla, Uncaria kunstleri, Uncaria laevigata, Uncaria lancifolia, Uncaria lanosa, Uncaria longiflora, Uncaria macrophylla, Uncaria nervosa, Uncaria orientalis, Uncaria ovata, Uncaria perrottetii, Uncaria rhynchophylla, Uncaria rhynchophylloides, Uncaria roxburghiana, Uncaria scandens, Uncaria schlenckerae, Uncaria sessilifructus, Uncaria sinensis, Uncaria sterrophylla, Uncaria talbotii, Uncaria tomentosa, Uncaria velutina, Uncaria angolensis,
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-209737: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.