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Uses

Edible uses

There are no edible uses listed for Uncaria rhynchophylla.

Material uses

The hollow stem can be used as a siphon[1].

Unknown part

Medicinal uses(Warning!)

The curved thorns on the stems are antispasmodic, carminative, febrifuge and hepatic[2]. A decoction is used in the treatment of infantile convulsions, headaches, dizziness, hypertension and apoplexy[2]. The decoction should not be overcooked[2].

Ecology

Ecosystem niche/layer

Climber

Ecological Functions

Nothing listed.

Forage

Nothing listed.

Shelter

Nothing listed.

Propagation

Seed -

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Cultivation

Not known

Crops

Problems, pests & diseases

Associations & Interactions

There are no interactions listed for Uncaria rhynchophylla. Do you know of an interaction that should be listed here? edit this page to add it.

Polycultures & Guilds

There are no polycultures listed which include Uncaria rhynchophylla.

Descendants

Cultivars

Varieties

None listed.

Subspecies

None listed.

Full Data

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Taxonomy
Binomial name
Uncaria rhynchophylla
Genus
Uncaria
Family
Rubiaceae
Imported References
Edible uses
Medicinal uses
Material uses & Functions
Botanic
Propagation
Cultivation
Environment
Cultivation
Uses
Edible uses
None listed.
Material uses
None listed.
Medicinal uses
None listed.
Functions & Nature
Functions
Provides forage for
Provides shelter for
Environment
Hardiness Zone
?
Heat Zone
?
Water
moderate
Sun
full sun
Shade
light shade
Soil PH
Soil Texture
Soil Water Retention
Environmental Tolerances
    Ecosystems
    Native Climate Zones
    None listed.
    Adapted Climate Zones
    None listed.
    Native Geographical Range
    None listed.
    Native Environment
    None listed.
    Ecosystem Niche
    Root Zone Tendancy
    None listed.
    Life
    Deciduous or Evergreen
    ?
    Herbaceous or Woody
    ?
    Life Cycle
    ?
    Growth Rate
    ?
    Mature Size
    x meters
    Fertility
    ?
    Pollinators
    ?
    Flower Colour
    ?
    Flower Type











    References

    1. ? 1.01.1 Stuart. Rev. G. A. Chinese Materia Medica. Taipei. Southern Materials Centre ()
    2. ? 2.02.12.22.3 ? A Barefoot Doctors Manual. Running Press ISBN 0-914294-92-X ()
    3. ? Ohwi. G. Flora of Japan. (English translation) Smithsonian Institution (1965-00-00)