Ocotea brevipetiolata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
ksu
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 350 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382950
Common Names
- Ocotea brevipetiolata
- Short-petiole Ocotea
- Short-petiole Laurel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ocotea brevipetiolata (also called Ocotea brevipetiolata, 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 brevipetiolata is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ocotea brevipetiolata 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 brevipetiolata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Ocotea brevipetiolata
Ocotea brevipetiolata can be found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Ocotea brevipetiolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ocotea brevipetiolata?
Ocotea brevipetiolata
What is the common name of Ocotea brevipetiolata?
Short-petioled Ocotea
What is the habitat of Ocotea brevipetiolata?
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
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:328286-2: Based on the initial data import