Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maximilianea
ID:
745010

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) P.L.R.Moraes

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Komarovia 6: 34 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744343

Common Names

  • Ocotea Maximilianea
  • Maximilian's Ocotea
  • Maximilian's Cinnamon

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Synonyms

  • Mespilodaphne maximilianea (Nees & Mart.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Oreodaphne maximilianea Nees & Mart. [unknown]

Description

Ocotea maximilianea (also called Brazilian Laurel, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to South America. It has leathery, glossy leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea maximilianea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ocotea maximilianea are small, white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea maximilianea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Ocotea maximilianea

Ocotea maximilianea is native to Central America.

Ocotea maximilianea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea maximilianea?

Ocotea maximilianea

What is the common name of Ocotea maximilianea?

Maximilian's Ocotea

What is the hardiness zone of Ocotea maximilianea?

9-11

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Pedro Luís Rodrigues de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.L.R.Moraes' in the authors string.