Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
curtisii
ID:
331277

Status:
valid

Authors:
King ex M.R.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 4: 271 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330609

Common Names

  • Urophyllum curtisii
  • Curtis' Urophyllum
  • Urophyllum curtisii

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Description

Urophyllum curtisii (also called Curtis' Urophyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Myrtaceae. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in humid forest. It has an erect habit and can reach up to 8 m in height. Its leaves are opposite, lanceolate, and glabrous. Its flowers are white and have four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Urophyllum curtisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Urophyllum curtisii is white or yellowish-white in color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urophyllum curtisii is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Philippines. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to 1.5 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Urophyllum curtisii

Urophyllum curtisii can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Urophyllum curtisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urophyllum curtisii?

Urophyllum curtisii

What is the common name of Urophyllum curtisii?

Curtis' Urophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Urophyllum curtisii?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Urophyllum genus

Urophyllum acuminatissimum, Urophyllum aequale, Urophyllum andamanicum, Urophyllum angustifolium, Urophyllum arboreum, Urophyllum argenteum, Urophyllum attenuatum, Urophyllum bataanense, Urophyllum bismarckii-momis, Urophyllum borneense, Urophyllum bracteolatum, Urophyllum britannicum, Urophyllum bullatum, Urophyllum calycinum, Urophyllum capitatum, Urophyllum capituliflorum, Urophyllum capituligerum, Urophyllum castaneum, Urophyllum caudatum, Urophyllum cephalotes, Urophyllum ceylanicum, Urophyllum chinense, Urophyllum congestiflorum, Urophyllum corymbosum, Urophyllum crassum, Urophyllum curtisii, Urophyllum cyphandrum, Urophyllum ellipticum, Urophyllum elliptifolium, Urophyllum elongatum, Urophyllum enneandrum, Urophyllum ferrugineum, Urophyllum fuscum, Urophyllum glaucescens, Urophyllum glomeratum, Urophyllum grandiflorum, Urophyllum grandifolium, Urophyllum griffithianum, Urophyllum heteromerum, Urophyllum hexandrum, Urophyllum hirsutum, Urophyllum johannis-winkleri, Urophyllum korthalsii, Urophyllum lasiocarpum, Urophyllum lecomtei, Urophyllum leucophlaeum, Urophyllum leytense, Urophyllum lineatum, Urophyllum longidens, Urophyllum longifolium,

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-211070: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
M. R. Henderson (1899-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.Hend.' in the authors string.