Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bremek.) Koizumi & Nagam.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 67: 181 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347153
Common Names
- Oresitrophum Urophyllum
- Urophyllum of Oresitrophum
- Oresitrophum Plant
Description
Urophyllum oresitrophum (also called Oresitrophum Broomrape, among many other common names) is a small annual plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and grows in open areas, such as grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Urophyllum oresitrophum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Urophyllum oresitrophum are yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Urophyllum oresitrophum is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing up to 15 cm tall. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Urophyllum oresitrophum
Urophyllum oresitrophum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America and the Caribbean.
Urophyllum oresitrophum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urophyllum oresitrophum?
Urophyllum oresitrophum
What type of plant is Urophyllum oresitrophum?
It is a species of flowering plant.
Where is Urophyllum oresitrophum found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South 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
Miyako Koizumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koizumi' in the authors string.