Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
repentinus
ID:
1251765

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


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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.

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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

Acanthella sprucei, 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,

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