Status:
valid
Authors:
Wurdack
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 197 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251103
Common Names
- Ochthephilus
- Repent Ochthephilus
- Repentinus Ochthephilus
Description
Ochthephilus repentinus (also called Repent Ochthephilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia, and is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ochthephilus repentinus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and aquariums. It is known for its attractive foliage and is easy to care for.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ochthephilus repentinus are white and have a tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ochthephilus repentinus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Ochthephilus repentinus
Ochthephilus repentinus can be found in the Amazon region of Brazil.
Ochthephilus repentinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ochthephilus repentinus?
Ochthephilus repentinus
What is the common name of Ochthephilus repentinus?
Repentine ochthephilus
What is the natural habitat of Ochthephilus repentinus?
Ochthephilus repentinus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Ochthephilus genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,