Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
setosa
ID:
163211

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) C.Hansen & Wickens

Source:
ipni

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36(1): 27 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162540



Common Names

  • Ochthocharis Setosa
  • Hairy Ochthocharis
  • Hairy Ochthocharis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Dicellandra setosa Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Dicellandra liberica Gilg [unknown]
  • Phaeoneuron libericum Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Phaeoneuron setosum Stapf [unknown]

Description

Ochthocharis setosa (also called Bristly Ochthocharis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ochthocharis setosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ochthocharis setosa is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochthocharis setosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a moist, but not wet, soil.

Where to Find Ochthocharis setosa

Ochthocharis setosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Ochthocharis setosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochthocharis setosa?

Ochthocharis setosa

What is the common name of Ochthocharis setosa?

Setosa Fern

Where does Ochthocharis setosa grow?

Ochthocharis setosa is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

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,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Gerald Ernest Wickens (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wickens' in the authors string.
Carlo Hansen (1932-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:909245-1: Based on the initial data import