Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
obtecta
ID:
357019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saddi

Source:
ksu

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bradea 4: 338 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356351



Common Names

  • Obtecta Kielmeyera
  • Kielmeyera Obtecta
  • Obtecta Plant


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Description

Kielmeyera obtecta (also called Obtect Kielmeyera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has small, ovate leaves with toothed margins and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as along streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kielmeyera obtecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kielmeyera obtecta is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kielmeyera obtecta is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the stems. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers and can be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Kielmeyera obtecta

Kielmeyera obtecta is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Kielmeyera obtecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kielmeyera obtecta?

Kielmeyera obtecta

What is the common name of Kielmeyera obtecta?

Obtecta Kielmeyera

What is the natural habitat of Kielmeyera obtecta?

Native to Brazil

Species in the Kielmeyera genus

Kielmeyera coriacea, Kielmeyera anisosepala, Kielmeyera bifaria, Kielmeyera altissima, Kielmeyera marauensis, Kielmeyera obtecta, Kielmeyera occhioniana, Kielmeyera paniculata, Kielmeyera decipiens, Kielmeyera divergens, Kielmeyera elata, Kielmeyera falcata, Kielmeyera grandiflora, Kielmeyera insignis, Kielmeyera itacarensis, Kielmeyera juruenensis, Kielmeyera trichophora, Kielmeyera similis, Kielmeyera regalis, Kielmeyera reticulata, Kielmeyera rufotomentosa, Kielmeyera rupestris, Kielmeyera sigillata, Kielmeyera rizziniana, Kielmeyera rosea, Kielmeyera petiolaris, Kielmeyera speciosa, Kielmeyera excelsa, Kielmeyera corymbosa, Kielmeyera neglecta, Kielmeyera petiolaris, Kielmeyera variabilis, Kielmeyera tomentosa, Kielmeyera abdita, Kielmeyera appariciana, Kielmeyera cuspidata, Kielmeyera lathrophyton, Kielmeyera pulcherrima, Kielmeyera pumila, Kielmeyera argentea, Kielmeyera humifusa, Kielmeyera membranacea, Kielmeyera neriifolia, Kielmeyera rubriflora, Kielmeyera gracilis, Kielmeyera rugosa, Kielmeyera peruviana, Kielmeyera albopunctata, Kielmeyera ferruginosa, Kielmeyera aureovinosa,

Species in the Calophyllaceae family

Calophyllum acidus, Calophyllum acutiputamen, Calophyllum aerarium, Calophyllum alboramulum, Calophyllum amblyphyllum, Calophyllum andersonii, Calophyllum angulare, Calophyllum apetalum, Calophyllum archipelagi, Calophyllum ardens, Calophyllum articulatum, Calophyllum aurantiacum, Calophyllum aureobrunnescens, Calophyllum aureum, Calophyllum austroindicum, Calophyllum balansae, Calophyllum banyengii, Calophyllum bicolor, Calophyllum biflorum, Calophyllum bifurcatum, Calophyllum blancoi, Calophyllum brachyphyllum, Calophyllum bracteatum, Calophyllum brasiliense, Calophyllum brassii, Calophyllum calaba, Calophyllum calcicola, Calophyllum caledonicum, Calophyllum canum, Calophyllum carrii, Calophyllum castaneum, Calophyllum caudatum, Calophyllum celebicum, Calophyllum cerasiferum, Calophyllum ceriferum, Calophyllum chapelieri, Calophyllum clemensiorum, Calophyllum collinum, Calophyllum comorense, Calophyllum complanatum, Calophyllum confertum, Calophyllum confusum, Calophyllum cordato-oblongum, Calophyllum coriaceum, Calophyllum costatum, Calophyllum costulatum, Calophyllum cucullatum, Calophyllum cuneifolium, Calophyllum dasypodium, Calophyllum depressinervosum,