Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
329950

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Interpr. Herb. Amboin. : 480 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329282

Common Names

  • Uncaria longiflora
  • Hook-thorn Cat's Claw
  • Hook Thorn

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Synonyms

  • Nauclea haenkeana Steud. [illegitimate]
  • Nauclea longiflora Poir. [valid]
  • Nauclea luzonensis D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Bancalus rotundifolius Kuntze [illegitimate]
  • Uncaria callophylla oligoneura Korth. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Uncaria havilandiana S.Moore [valid]
  • Uncaria laevifolia Elmer [valid]
  • Uncaria longiflora pteropoda (Miq.) Ridsdale [valid]
  • Uncaria oligoneura Korth. [valid]
  • Uncaria pachyphylla Merr. [valid]
  • Uncaria pteropoda Miq. [valid]
  • Uncaria trinervis Havil. [valid]
  • Uruparia pteropoda Kuntze [valid]

Description

Uncaria longiflora (also called Long-flowered Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of South America and is found in Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and Brazil. It is a woody vine that grows in tropical and subtropical rainforests, and is often found climbing up trees.

Uses & Benefits

Uncaria longiflora is used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat skin diseases. It is also used to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Uncaria longiflora var. longiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Uncaria longiflora is small, yellowish-green, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, curved seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uncaria longiflora is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. When propagating by stem cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Uncaria longiflora

Uncaria longiflora is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Uncaria longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uncaria longiflora?

Uncaria longiflora

What is the common name of Uncaria longiflora?

Cat's Claw

What is the natural habitat of Uncaria longiflora?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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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