Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leytensis
ID:
1067086

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 11: 181 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001066424



Common Names

  • Orophea leytensis
  • Leytensis Orophea
  • Orophea


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Description

Orophea leytensis (also called Leyte Orophea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Orophea leytensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for screening.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orophea leytensis is white or cream in color, and is composed of five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a light green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orophea leytensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Orophea leytensis

Orophea leytensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in the Luzon region.

Species in the Orophea genus

Orophea merrillii, Orophea malayana, Orophea leuseri, Orophea kostermansiana, Orophea polycarpa, Orophea parvifolia, Orophea myriantha, Orophea rubra, Orophea harmandiana, Orophea fusca, Orophea trigyna, Orophea tonkinensis, Orophea sarawakensis, Orophea sivarajanii, Orophea flagellaris, Orophea dolichocarpa, Orophea dodecandra, Orophea creaghii, Orophea acuminata, Orophea corymbosa, Orophea clemensiana, Orophea alba, Orophea narasimhanii, Orophea hexandra, Orophea hainanensis, Orophea enneandra, Orophea chrysantha, Orophea chlorantha, Orophea maculata, Orophea katschallica, Orophea desmos, Orophea cuneiformis, Orophea brandisii, Orophea enterocarpa, Orophea leytensis, Orophea wenzelii, Orophea erythrocarpa, Orophea celebica, Orophea sericea, Orophea cumingiana, Orophea megalophylla, Orophea kerrii, Orophea hirsuta, Orophea multiflora, Orophea zeylanica, Orophea thorelii, Orophea uniflora, Orophea thomsonii, Orophea glabra, Orophea hastata,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

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