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Uvaria
''Uvaria'' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Annonaceae. The generic name ''uvaria'' is derived from the Latin ''uva'' meaning grape, likely because the edible fruit of some species in the genus resemble grapes. Circumscription Species are distributed throughout the Old World tropics.''Uvaria''. Flora of China. This large genus had about 150 species, but recent molecular analyses have revealed that several smaller genera belong within ''Uvaria'', increasing its size. These are climbing shrubs or small trees. The flowers are borne singly, in pairs, or in small clusters. There are six petals in two whorls and many stamens. Selected species There are 168 accepted ''Uvaria'' species, as of April 2021, according to |
Uvaria Ovata II
''Uvaria'' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Annonaceae. The generic name ''uvaria'' is derived from the Latin ''uva'' meaning grape, likely because the edible fruit of some species in the genus resemble grapes. Circumscription Species are distributed throughout the Old World tropics.''Uvaria''. Flora of China. This large genus had about 150 species, but recent molecular analyses have revealed that several smaller genera belong within ''Uvaria'', increasing its size. These are climbing shrubs or small trees. The flowers are borne singly, in pairs, or in small clusters. There are six petals in two whorls and many stamens. Selected species There are 168 accepted ''Uvaria'' species, as of April 2021, according to |
Uvaria Zeylanica
''Uvaria'' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Annonaceae. The generic name ''uvaria'' is derived from the Latin ''uva'' meaning grape, likely because the edible fruit of some species in the genus resemble grapes. Circumscription Species are distributed throughout the Old World tropics.''Uvaria''. Flora of China. This large genus had about 150 species, but recent molecular analyses have revealed that several smaller genera belong within ''Uvaria'', increasing its size. These are climbing shrubs or small trees. The flowers are borne singly, in pairs, or in small clusters. There are six petals in two whorls and many stamens. Selected species There are 168 accepted ''Uvaria'' species, as of April 2021, according to |
Uvaria Dulcis
''Uvaria dulcis'' is a species of woody climber in the Annonaceae family. It is found in tropical Asia, in a disjunctive distribution, eastern Indonesia, Jawa, and then Mainland Southeast Asia. The plant has an edible fruit, which in Khmer language has the colourful name ''triël dâhs krabéi'' (="triel of the buffalo udders"). Taxonomy Phylogenetic analysis indicated that this species in a well-supported clade with '' Uvaria ferruginea'' and '' Uvaria siamensis'' and a weak clade with '' Uvaria hahnii'' The most recent taxonomic analysis (2018) shows for taxonomic traits (anatomical features), the species is in a clade with '' Uvaria cuneifolia'' and '' Uvaria pauciovulata'', and these are in a clade with ''U. hahnii'', ''U. ferruginea'', and ''U. siamensis''. However their dna analysis showed ''U. dulcis'' in a clade with '' Uvaria dasoclema'' and ''U. ferruginea'', embedded in a clade with ''U. hahnii''. The species was named by the French botanist Michel Félix Dunal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uvaria Grandiflora
''Uvaria grandiflora''Hornemann JW (1819) ''Hortus regius Botanicus Hafniensis, in usum Tyronum et botanophilorum. Supplementum.'' and "Supplementum Hortus regius botanicus hafniensis. In usum tyronum et botanophilorum." is an Asian liana species in the family Annonaceae and tribe Uvarieae. Its native range includes: China, Indochina, Malesia and New Guinea. References External Links * * * Catalogue of Life The Catalogue of Life is an online database that provides an index of known species of animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms. It was created in 2001 as a partnership between the global Species 2000 and the American Integrated Taxonomic Info ... entry(retrieved 29 July 2021){{taxonbar, from=Q11045942 Annonaceae Flora of Indo-China Flora of Malesia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uvaria Chamae
''Uvaria chamae'', commonly known as finger root or bush banana is a climbing large shrub or small tree native to tropical West and Central Africa where it grows in wet and dry forests and coastal scrublands. The common name refers to the fruit growing in its small bunches; the fruit is edible and widely eaten. ''U. chamae'' is a medicinal plant used throughout its range to treat fevers and has antibiotic An antibiotic is a type of antimicrobial substance active against bacteria. It is the most important type of antibacterial agent for fighting bacterial infections, and antibiotic medications are widely used in the treatment and prevention of ... properties. An extract of Uvaria chamae, administered orally at 300–900 mg/kg/day showed significant antimalarial activity against both early and established infections. References External links Flora of West Tropical Africa chamae Fruits originating in Africa {{Annonaceae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uvaria Rufa
''Uvaria rufa'' is a species of vines or shrubs commonly known as ''susung-kalabaw'' ('Carabao teats') or Torres Strait scrambler, of the plant family Annonaceae. It grows naturally in Philippines (where it is called /triəl svaː/ ទ្រៀលស្វាLETI, Mathieu, HUL Sovanmoly, Jean-Gabriel FOUCHÉ, CHENG Sun Kaing, Bruno DAVID, ''Flore photographique du Cambodge'', Paris: Privat, 2013, p. 72.), Laos, Thailand, New Guinea, more widely in Malesia and in Cape York Peninsula Australia. Description ''Uvaria rufa'' are monoecious evergreen trees that grow to a height of 4 to 6 meters. Their deep green leaves are arranged alternately and have a heart-shaped base. The surface is velvety and coarse to the touch. The flowers are small and have deep red waxy petals. The fruits, which appear from May to August, are aggregates of round or oblong berries colored deep orange or a rich red. Each contains numerous seeds encased in a translucent pulp. Uses The fruits of ''Uvaria rufa'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uvaria Narum
''Uvaria narum'' is a large woody climber belonging to the family Annonaceae which occurs in the hilly regions of western peninsular India and Sri Lanka. It was described by Nathaniel Wallich in his catalogue at serial 6473 in 1829. Essential oil An essential oil is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile (easily evaporated at normal temperatures) chemical compounds from plants. Essential oils are also known as volatile oils, ethereal oils, aetheroleum, or simply as the o ...s can be extracted from the leaves of the plant. References External links narum Plants described in 1829 {{Annonaceae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Annonaceae
The Annonaceae are a Family (biology), family of flowering plants consisting of trees, shrubs, or rarely lianas commonly known as the custard apple family or soursop family. With 108 accepted genera and about 2400 known species, it is the largest family in the Magnoliales. Several genera produce edible fruit, most notably ''Annona'', ''Anonidium'', ''Asimina'', ''Rollinia'', and ''Uvaria''. Its type genus is ''Annona''. The family is concentrated in the tropics, with few species found in temperate regions. About 900 species are Neotropical, 450 are Afrotropical, and the remaining are Indomalayan. Description The species are mostly tropical, some are mid-latitude, deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs, with some lianas, with aromatic bark, leaves, and flowers. ; Stems, stalks and leaves: Bark is fibrous and aromatic. Pith septate (fine tangential bands divided by partitions) to diaphragmed (divided by thin partitions with openings in them). Branching distichous (arranged in two ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uvaria Kweichowensis
''Uvaria kweichowensis'' is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is endemic to China China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a country in East Asia. It is the world's most populous country, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion, slightly ahead of India. China spans the equivalent of five time zones and .... References kweichowensis Endemic flora of China Endangered plants Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Annonaceae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Monoon Longifolium
''Monoon longifolium'', the false ashoka, also commonly known by its synonym ''Polyalthia longifolia'', is an Asian small tree species in the family Annonaceae. It is native to southern India and Sri Lanka, but has been widely introduced elsewhere in tropical Asia. This evergreen tree is known to grow over 20 m. in height and is commonly planted due to its effectiveness in alleviating noise pollution. It exhibits symmetrical pyramidal growth with willowy weeping pendulous branches and long narrow lanceolate leaves with undulate margins. ''Monoon longifolium'' is sometimes incorrectly identified as the ashoka tree (''Saraca indica'') because of the close resemblance of both trees. It can appear to have no branches, but in fact a ''M. longifolium'' allowed to grow naturally (without trimming the branches out for decorative reasons) grows into a normal large tree giving plenty of shade. Common names Common names include false ashoka, the Buddha tree, Indian mast tree, and In ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kadsura Japonica
''Kadsura japonica'', commonly known as the kadsura vine or simply kadsura, is a plant species native to Japan (Honshū, Kyūshū and the Ryukyu Islands) in woodlands. The larvae of the moth '' Caloptilia kadsurae'' feed on ''K. japonica'' in the main Japanese islands and Ryukyu Islands. Description ''Kadsura japonica'' is a cultivated, dioecious, ornamental plant in gardens, with edible fruits that can be eaten raw or cooked. It grows from to . It is an evergreen with deep green, glossy leaves that turn slightly red in autumn. Its fruits are very bright scarlet and it has white, unisexual flowers. This plant contains 1–3 seeds. The apex is acuminate. The leaves are variegated, shiny green and irregularly edged in white. The flowers are cup shaped and have red berries in spring. The petioles are 0.6–2.3 cm long. 5–8 secondary veins can be found on each midvein in the leaves. In common with other plants in the family Schisandraceae, this species can be monoecious althou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Huberantha Cerasoides
''Huberantha cerasoides''Chaowasku T (2015) ''Kew Bull.'' 70(2)-23: 2. (synonym ''Polyalthia cerasoides'') is a species of trees in the family Annonaceae and tribe Miliuseae. It is the type species of the relatively new genus ''Huberantha''. It has been recorded from Hainan island in China, Indo-China, India, and Sri Lanka. Description This is a small tree species with yellow flowers and single-seeded fruit, in clusters (see illustrations). Polyalthia cerasoides flowers.jpg Polyalthia cerasoides leaves.jpg Ripe fruits of (Polyalthia cerasoides) jungle berries at Kambalakonda.jpg Vernacular names This species is known as "පට්ට උල් කෙන්ද - patta ul kenda" in Sinhala Language and ''quần đầu trái tròn'' in Vietnamese Vietnamese may refer to: * Something of, from, or related to Vietnam, a country in Southeast Asia ** A citizen of Vietnam. See Demographics of Vietnam. * Vietnamese people, or Kinh people, a Southeast Asian ethnic group native to Vietn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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