Ochrosia basistamina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
basistamina
ID:
479207
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hendrian
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Blumea 49: 121 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478539
Common Names
- Ochrosia basistamina
- Basistamina Ochrosia
- Basistamina's Ochrosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ochrosia basistamina (also called Basistamine Ochrosia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree with leathery, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ochrosia basistamina is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and landscaping. It is drought-tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ochrosia basistamina has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fruity scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like form.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ochrosia basistamina is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. To propagate, take stem cuttings and place them in moist soil. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Ochrosia basistamina
Ochrosia basistamina is native to tropical regions of South America and can be found in nurseries or online.
Ochrosia basistamina FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Ochrosia basistamina?
Ochrosia basistamina prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How much light does Ochrosia basistamina need?
Ochrosia basistamina prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Ochrosia basistamina?
Water Ochrosia basistamina when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Ochrosia genus
Ochrosia ackeringae, Ochrosia acuminata, Ochrosia alyxioides, Ochrosia apoensis, Ochrosia balansae, Ochrosia bodenheimarum, Ochrosia borbonica, Ochrosia brevituba, Ochrosia citrodora, Ochrosia coccinea, Ochrosia compta, Ochrosia elliptica, Ochrosia fatuhivensis, Ochrosia ficifolia, Ochrosia glomerata, Ochrosia grandiflora, Ochrosia haleakalae, Ochrosia hexandra, Ochrosia inventorum, Ochrosia iwasakiana, Ochrosia kauaiensis, Ochrosia kilaueaensis, Ochrosia kilneri, Ochrosia lifuana, Ochrosia mariannensis, Ochrosia miana, Ochrosia minima, Ochrosia moorei, Ochrosia mulsanti, Ochrosia nakaiana, Ochrosia newelliana, Ochrosia novo-caledonica, Ochrosia oppositifolia, Ochrosia poweri, Ochrosia sciadophylla, Ochrosia sevenetii, Ochrosia silvatica, Ochrosia solomonensis, Ochrosia syncarpa, Ochrosia tenimberensis, Ochrosia thiollierei, Ochrosia vitiensis, Ochrosia basistamina, Ochrosia brownii,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-255734: Based on the initial data import
Hendrian: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hendrian' in the authors string.