Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hexandrum
ID:
331302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 301 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330634

Common Names

  • Urophyllum Hexandrum
  • Hexandrum Urophyllum
  • Hexandrum Bush

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Description

Urophyllum hexandrum (also called Six-Stamen Mayweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Himalayas. It has small, white flowers and small, pointed leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Urophyllum hexandrum 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

Urophyllum hexandrum flowers are white or yellow, and have four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urophyllum hexandrum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted immediately in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Urophyllum hexandrum

Urophyllum hexandrum is native to the British Isles, including England, Scotland, and Wales.

Urophyllum hexandrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urophyllum hexandrum?

Urophyllum hexandrum

What is the common name of Urophyllum hexandrum?

Six-stamened Wood Fern

Where is Urophyllum hexandrum native to?

North America

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-211093: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.