Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
picardae
ID:
1334081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) I.E.Méndez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 263 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346535



Common Names

  • Ovieda picardae
  • Picardae Ovieda
  • Picardae's Ovieda


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Description

Ovieda picardae (also called 'Picard's Ovieda', among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has bright green foliage and white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Ovieda picardae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air freshener in homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ovieda picardae is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard, and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ovieda picardae is a terrestrial orchid species native to Mexico. It is best cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the mature clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ovieda picardae

Ovieda picardae can be found in the Canary Islands, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Ovieda picardae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ovieda picardae?

Ovieda picardae

Where is Ovieda picardae found?

Ovieda picardae is found in South Africa.

What is the flowering season of Ovieda picardae?

Ovieda picardae typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.