Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
ovata
ID:
448698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. : 143 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448030



Common Names

  • Ovata Mollinedia
  • Ovata Mollinedia Tree
  • Ovata Mollinedia Wood


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Synonyms

  • Mollinedia wikstroemioides Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia cunninghamii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Mollinedia glabricaulis Maguire & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia cyathantha Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia oligotricha Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia neblinensis Maguire & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia puberula Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia ptariensis Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia polycarpa Mart. ex Tul. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia leiantha Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia laurina Tul. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia hylophila Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia grandifolia Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia grosseserrata Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia latifolia Tul. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia tessmannii Perkins [unknown]
  • Mollinedia casca J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia krukovii A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Tetratome latifolia Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia rusbyana Perkins [unknown]

Description

Mollinedia ovata (also called Ovate mollinedia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has a rounded crown. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mollinedia ovata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mollinedia ovata has small, white, fragrant flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mollinedia ovata is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Mollinedia ovata

Mollinedia ovata can be found in South America.

Mollinedia ovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mollinedia ovata?

Mollinedia ovata

What is the common name of Mollinedia ovata?

Oval-leaved Mollinedia

What type of plant is Mollinedia ovata?

A shrub or small tree

Species in the Mollinedia genus

Mollinedia viridiflora, Mollinedia tomentosa, Mollinedia costaricensis, Mollinedia corcovadensis, Mollinedia hatschbachii, Mollinedia butleriana, Mollinedia boracensis, Mollinedia glaziovii, Mollinedia eugeniifolia, Mollinedia ovata, Mollinedia myriantha, Mollinedia marliae, Mollinedia repanda, Mollinedia longicuspidata, Mollinedia killipii, Mollinedia humboldtiana, Mollinedia maxima, Mollinedia argyrogyna, Mollinedia boliviensis, Mollinedia calodonta, Mollinedia chrysolaena, Mollinedia clavigera, Mollinedia elegans, Mollinedia engleriana, Mollinedia floribunda, Mollinedia fruticulosa, Mollinedia gilgiana, Mollinedia glabra, Mollinedia heteranthera, Mollinedia howeana, Mollinedia lamprophylla, Mollinedia lanceolata, Mollinedia longifolia, Mollinedia lowtheriana, Mollinedia micrantha, Mollinedia oligantha, Mollinedia pachysandra, Mollinedia pfitzeriana, Mollinedia salicifolia, Mollinedia schottiana, Mollinedia steinbachiana, Mollinedia stenophylla, Mollinedia triflora, Mollinedia uleana, Mollinedia widgrenii, Mollinedia simulans, Mollinedia angustata, Mollinedia pallida, Mollinedia grazielae, Mollinedia oaxacana,

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2501567: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.