Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 70: 219 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330692
Common Names
- Urophyllum pilosum
- Pilosum Urophyllum
- Urophyllum Urophyllum
Synonyms
- Pleiocarpidia pilosa (Ridl.) Bremek. [valid]
Description
Urophyllum pilosum (also called Hairy Starwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has linear-shaped leaves. It is found in dry woods, prairies, and open fields.
Uses & Benefits
Urophyllum pilosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Urophyllum pilosum are yellowish-green, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Urophyllum pilosum 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 pilosum
Urophyllum pilosum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa.
Urophyllum pilosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urophyllum pilosum?
Urophyllum pilosum
What is the family of Urophyllum pilosum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Urophyllum pilosum?
Hairy Urophyllum
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,