Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
adpressum
ID:
253841

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 387 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253173



Common Names

  • Adpressed Ochrosperma
  • Ochrosperma adpressum
  • Adpressed Mahogany


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Description

Ochrosperma adpressum (also called Ochrosperma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, typically growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to New Caledonia, where it is found in lowland rainforests and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ochrosperma adpressum is used as a timber for construction and as a dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and as an antidiarrheal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ochrosperma adpressum is white and has five petals. Its seed is small and black, and its seedlings have a single stem with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochrosperma adpressum is a species of orchid native to the tropical forests of India. It is a small, evergreen plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Ochrosperma adpressum

Ochrosperma adpressum is native to Australia.

Ochrosperma adpressum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochrosperma adpressum?

Ochrosperma adpressum

What is the natural habitat of Ochrosperma adpressum?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Ochrosperma adpressum?

Medicinal, ornamental, timber

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-136765: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.