Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aligra
ID:
1519224

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Novon 26(3): 257. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006007

Common Names

  • Ocotea aligra
  • Aligra Ocotea
  • Ocotea Aligra

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Description

Ocotea aligra (also called Aligra, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree, usually reaching up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil, and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea aligra is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, as an antiseptic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and for making dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ocotea aligra is white and bell-shaped with six petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea aligra is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ocotea aligra

Ocotea aligra can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ocotea aligra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea aligra?

Ocotea aligra

What is the family of Ocotea aligra?

Lauraceae

What is the common name of Ocotea aligra?

Aligra Ocotea

Species in the Ocotea genus

Ocotea haberi, Ocotea holdridgeana, Ocotea hilariana, Ocotea heydeana, Ocotea hueckii, Ocotea harrisii, Ocotea guianensis, Ocotea guatemalensis, Ocotea lanata, Ocotea itatiaiae, Ocotea huberi, Ocotea insularis, Ocotea inhauba, Ocotea indecora, Ocotea imrayana, Ocotea hypoglauca, Ocotea foetens, Ocotea foeniculacea, Ocotea fendleri, Ocotea felix, Ocotea fasciculata, Ocotea esmeraldana, Ocotea erectifolia, Ocotea endresiana, Ocotea elegans, Ocotea jorge-escobarii, Ocotea gracilis, Ocotea gracilipes, Ocotea gordonii, Ocotea gomezii, Ocotea glomerata, Ocotea glaucosericea, Ocotea laetevirens, Ocotea froesii, Ocotea fulvescens, Ocotea glaucophylla, Ocotea glabra, Ocotea glauca, Ocotea gabonensis, Ocotea martinicensis, Ocotea obovata, Ocotea maranguapensis, Ocotea megacarpa, Ocotea magnilimba, Ocotea olivacea, Ocotea odorifera, Ocotea moschata, Ocotea mollicella, Ocotea micans, Ocotea meziana,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,