Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
327596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 247 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326928



Common Names

  • Bernardia ovalifolia
  • Oval-Leaf Bernardia
  • Oval-Leafed Bernardia


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Description

Bernardia ovalifolia (also called Oval-leaved Bernardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It grows in dry forests, savannas and disturbed areas. It has a smooth bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-ovate, and entire. Its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia ovalifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds and ulcers. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia ovalifolia has five yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia ovalifolia is a shrub or small tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated by air layering.

Where to Find Bernardia ovalifolia

Bernardia ovalifolia is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Bernardia ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia ovalifolia?

Bernardia ovalifolia

What is the common name of Bernardia ovalifolia?

Oval-leaved Bernardia

What are the uses of Bernardia ovalifolia?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

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