Uncaria borneensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Havil.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 33: 84 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329203
Common Names
- Uncaria borneensis
- Cat's claw
- Uña de gato
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- Uncaria ferruginea mollis Miq. [valid]
Description
Uncaria borneensis (also called Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Southeast Asia. It has long, curved thorns and small, yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Uncaria borneensis is used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Uncaria borneensis is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uncaria borneensis 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 borneensis
Uncaria borneensis is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.
Uncaria borneensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uncaria borneensis?
Uncaria borneensis
What is the family of Uncaria borneensis?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Uncaria borneensis?
Borneo 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-209760: Based on the initial data import
George Darby Haviland (1857-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Havil.' in the authors string.