Ocotea atlantica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11: 504 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382947
Common Names
- Ocotea atlantica
- Atlantica Ocotea
- Atlantica Ocotillo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ocotea atlantica (also called Ocotea atlantica, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ocotea atlantica is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ocotea atlantica is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ocotea atlantica is a slow-growing evergreen tree native to Brazil. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they reach a height of about 10 cm.
Where to Find Ocotea atlantica
Ocotea atlantica can be found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Ocotea atlantica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ocotea atlantica?
Ocotea atlantica
What is the common name of Ocotea atlantica?
Atlantic Ocotea
What is the habitat of Ocotea atlantica?
It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and canyons.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2386327: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.