Ocotea aureotomentosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.C.S.Assis
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 70(3): 312. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006008
Common Names
- Ocotea aureotomentosa
- Aureotomentosa Ocotea
- Ocotea Aureotomentosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ocotea aureotomentosa (also called Aureotomentosa, 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 aureotomentosa 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 aureotomentosa 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ocotea aureotomentosa 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 aureotomentosa
Ocotea aureotomentosa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Ocotea aureotomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ocotea aureotomentosa?
Ocotea aureotomentosa
What is the family of Ocotea aureotomentosa?
Lauraceae
What is the common name of Ocotea aureotomentosa?
Golden-tomentose 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,