Uncaria sinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv.) Havil.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 33: 89 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329322
Common Names
- Chinese Cat's Claw
- Chinese Uncaria
- Chinese-Leaf Cat's Claw
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- Nauclea sinensis Oliv. [valid]
- Uncaria membranifolia F.C.How [valid]
Description
Uncaria sinensis (also called Chinese Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests, growing on trees and other plants.
Uses & Benefits
Uncaria sinensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Uncaria sinensis is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uncaria sinensis can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. For stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a node and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a moist, well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, humid environment. For seeds, sow them in a moist, well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 7-14 days.
Where to Find Uncaria sinensis
Uncaria sinensis is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.
Uncaria sinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uncaria sinensis?
Uncaria sinensis
What is the common name of Uncaria sinensis?
Cat's Claw
What is the natural habitat of Uncaria sinensis?
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-209872: Based on the initial data import
George Darby Haviland (1857-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Havil.' in the authors string.