Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pastazensis
ID:
1581283

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Novon 25: 377 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042555

Common Names

  • Ocotea pastazensis
  • Pastaza Ocotea
  • Pastaza Ocoteas

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Description

Ocotea pastazensis (also called Pastazensis Ocotea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil, and it can be found in humid montane forests and submontane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea pastazensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ocotea pastazensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a terminal inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are initially erect but become prostrate as they mature.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea pastazensis is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. The plants should be kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Ocotea pastazensis

Ocotea pastazensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ocotea pastazensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ocotea pastazensis?

Ocotea pastazensis is native to the Andes Mountains in Ecuador.

What are the growth requirements of Ocotea pastazensis?

Ocotea pastazensis prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

What is the average size of Ocotea pastazensis?

Ocotea pastazensis typically grows to be about 10-15 feet tall.

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,