Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
389645

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Markgr.) A.H.Gentry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Taxon 28: 417 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388977



Common Names

  • Otoba parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Otoba
  • Otoba


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Description

Otoba parvifolia (also called Otoba, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Otoba parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Otoba parvifolia is a white, tubular corolla with four lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, four-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a thin, upright stem and a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Otoba parvifolia: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division or from seed.

Where to Find Otoba parvifolia

Otoba parvifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Otoba parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otoba parvifolia?

Otoba parvifolia

What type of plant is Otoba parvifolia?

Otoba parvifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Myristicaceae.

Where is Otoba parvifolia found?

Otoba parvifolia is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Species in the Myristicaceae family

Bicuiba oleifera, Brochoneura usambarensis, Coelocaryon botryoides, Coelocaryon oxycarpum, Coelocaryon preussii, Coelocaryon sphaerocarpum, Compsoneura anoriensis, Compsoneura atopa, Compsoneura capitellata, Compsoneura claroensis, Compsoneura cuatrecasasii, Compsoneura debilis, Compsoneura diazii, Compsoneura excelsa, Compsoneura lapidiflora, Compsoneura mexicana, Compsoneura mutisii, Compsoneura racemosa, Compsoneura rigidifolia, Compsoneura schultesiana, Compsoneura sprucei, Compsoneura trianae, Compsoneura ulei, Doyleanthus arillata, Endocomia canarioides, Endocomia macrocoma, Endocomia rufirachis, Endocomia virella, Gymnacranthera bancana, Gymnacranthera canarica, Gymnacranthera contracta, Gymnacranthera farquhariana, Gymnacranthera forbesii, Gymnacranthera maliliensis, Gymnacranthera ocellata, Haematodendron glabrum, Horsfieldia ampla, Horsfieldia ampliformis, Horsfieldia amplomontana, Horsfieldia amygdalina, Horsfieldia androphora, Horsfieldia angularis, Horsfieldia aruana, Horsfieldia atjehensis, Horsfieldia australiana, Horsfieldia basifissa, Horsfieldia borneensis, Horsfieldia brachiata, Horsfieldia carnosa, Horsfieldia clavata,

References

Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:586389-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.