Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sterrophylla
ID:
329993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 25: 190 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329325

Common Names

  • Sterrophylla Cat's Claw
  • Sterrophylla Uncaria
  • Sterrophylla-Leaf Cat's Claw

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Synonyms

  • Uncaria dosedlae Gilli [valid]

Description

Uncaria sterrophylla (also called Cat's Claw, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to the Amazon rainforest and other tropical regions of South and Central America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats, growing on trees and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Uncaria sterrophylla 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 sterrophylla 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Uncaria sterrophylla is a vine that is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be propagated from seed or by layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs. Layering involves bending a stem to the ground and burying it in the soil. The stem will then form roots and can be cut away from the parent plant and transplanted. Uncaria sterrophylla prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Uncaria sterrophylla

Uncaria sterrophylla is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Uncaria sterrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uncaria sterrophylla?

Uncaria sterrophylla

What is the common name of Uncaria sterrophylla?

Cat's Claw

What is the natural habitat of Uncaria sterrophylla?

Tropical rainforests of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-209875: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.