Uncaria attenuata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Korth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Verh. Nat. Gesch. Ned. Bezitt., Bot. : 170 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329196
Common Names
- Uncaria attenuata
- Cat's claw
- Uña de gato
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- Nauclea attenuata Walp. [valid]
- Uncaria bulusanensis Elmer [valid]
- Uncaria athemiata Treub [valid]
- Uruparia attenuata Kuntze [valid]
Description
Uncaria attenuata (also called Slender 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 attenuata has been used traditionally to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uncaria attenuata has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uncaria attenuata 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 attenuata
Uncaria attenuata is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.
Uncaria attenuata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uncaria attenuata?
Uncaria attenuata
What is the family of Uncaria attenuata?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Uncaria attenuata?
Slender Cat's Claw
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-209754: Based on the initial data import
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.