Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanderwerffii
ID:
1257150

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) van der Werff

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Novon 11(4): 511. 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256488

Common Names

  • Ocotea Vanderwerffii
  • Vanderwerffii Cactus
  • Fishhook Cactus

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Description

Ocotea vanderwerffii (also called Vanderwerff's Ocotea, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Mexico. It is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height, with smooth bark and small white flowers. It is found in the tropical dry forest of the Pacific coast of Mexico, in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca and Michoacán.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea vanderwerffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ocotea vanderwerffii is white and bell-shaped with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea vanderwerffii is a small, globular cactus native to the southwestern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from offsets. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C).

Where to Find Ocotea vanderwerffii

Ocotea vanderwerffii is native to Ecuador and can be found in the provinces of Azuay, Bolivar, Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, El Oro, Galapagos, Guayas, Los Rios, Manabi, Morona-Santiago, Napo, Pastaza, Pichincha, and Tungurahua.

Ocotea vanderwerffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea vanderwerffii?

Ocotea vanderwerffii

What is the common name of Ocotea vanderwerffii?

Vanderwerff's Ocotea

Where is Ocotea vanderwerffii native to?

Mexico

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50181309: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.