Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
namaensis
ID:
386168

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schinz & Dinter) R.Fernandes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Garcia de Orta 14: 41 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385500



Common Names

  • Ozoroa namaensis
  • Nama Ozoroa
  • Nama Saffronbush


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Synonyms

  • Heeria namaensis Schinz & Dinter [unknown]

Description

Ozoroa namaensis (also called Namaqua Ozoroa, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Namaqualand region of South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are oblong and have a greyish-green hue. It is found in dry, desert habitats and is adapted to survive in the arid conditions of the region.

Uses & Benefits

Ozoroa namaensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ozoroa namaensis has white flowers with a yellow lip and a white column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two leaves and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ozoroa namaensis is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should then be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ozoroa namaensis

Ozoroa namaensis is native to Namibia and can be found in dry savannas and grasslands.

Ozoroa namaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ozoroa namaensis?

Ozoroa namaensis

What is the common name of Ozoroa namaensis?

Ozoroa namaensis

Where is Ozoroa namaensis found?

Ozoroa namaensis is found in tropical Africa

Species in the Ozoroa genus

Ozoroa dispar, Ozoroa dekindtiana, Ozoroa crassinervia, Ozoroa concolor, Ozoroa bredoi, Ozoroa benguellensis, Ozoroa aurantiaca, Ozoroa argyrochrysea, Ozoroa gossweileri, Ozoroa namaensis, Ozoroa schinzii, Ozoroa robusta, Ozoroa pulcherrima, Ozoroa pseudoverticillata, Ozoroa paniculosa, Ozoroa pallida, Ozoroa okavangensis, Ozoroa fulva, Ozoroa namaquensis, Ozoroa mildredae, Ozoroa macrophylla, Ozoroa longipes, Ozoroa insignis, Ozoroa hypoleuca, Ozoroa homblei, Ozoroa nigricans, Ozoroa uelensis, Ozoroa xylophylla, Ozoroa viridis, Ozoroa verticillata, Ozoroa stenophylla, Ozoroa albicans, Ozoroa cinerea, Ozoroa engleri, Ozoroa hereroensis, Ozoroa mucronata, Ozoroa obovata, Ozoroa sphaerocarpa, Ozoroa kassneri, Ozoroa barbertonensis, Ozoroa marginata, Ozoroa pwetoensis, Ozoroa nitida, Ozoroa gomesiana, Ozoroa longipetiolata, Ozoroa kwangoensis,

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2391421: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.