Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedanomischa
ID:
1330237

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Novon 23: 367 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342691

Common Names

  • Ocotea pedanomischa
  • Pedanomischa Ocotea
  • Ocotea Pedanomischa

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Description

Ocotea pedanomischa (also called Pedanomischa Ocotea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to Central and South America. It has ovate leaves and produces white flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea pedanomischa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and homes. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, making it a great choice for landscaping. The plant is also known to have some medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ocotea pedanomischa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves and a single white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea pedanomischa is a hardy, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 5m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in the spring and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plant should be kept in a sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ocotea pedanomischa

Ocotea pedanomischa is native to Colombia.

Ocotea pedanomischa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea pedanomischa?

Ocotea pedanomischa

What is the common name of Ocotea pedanomischa?

Pedanomisch Ocotea

Where is Ocotea pedanomischa native to?

Central America

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.