Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridiflora
ID:
383828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 36 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383160

Common Names

  • Ocotea viridiflora
  • Viridiflora Ocotea
  • Viridiflora Ocotillo

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Description

Ocotea viridiflora (also called Cacique, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, reaching up to 20 m in height, with a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea viridiflora is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It has also been used as an insect repellent and to make a fragrant oil. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ocotea viridiflora is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea viridiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Ocotea viridiflora

Ocotea viridiflora can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Ocotea viridiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea viridiflora?

Ocotea viridiflora

Where does Ocotea viridiflora grow?

Ocotea viridiflora is native to Central America and Mexico.

What type of soil does Ocotea viridiflora prefer?

Ocotea viridiflora prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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,

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