Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
262359

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 637 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261691



Common Names

  • Ovieda spinosa
  • Spiny Ovieda
  • Spinous Ovieda


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Synonyms

  • Clerodendrum spinosum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum spinosum parvifolium Moldenke [unknown]

Description

Ovieda spinosa (also called Spiny Ovieda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ovieda spinosa is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and for treating respiratory conditions. It can also be used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ovieda spinosa has small, white flowers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ovieda spinosa is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Ovieda spinosa

Ovieda spinosa is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Ovieda spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ovieda spinosa?

Ovieda spinosa

What is the common name of Ovieda spinosa?

Spiny Ovieda

What is the natural habitat of Ovieda spinosa?

Ovieda spinosa is found in lowland and montane rainforest in tropical South America.

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,