Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
oligomerum
ID:
253847

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radlk.) A.R.Bean

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 389 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253179



Common Names

  • Oligomerum Ochrosperma
  • Ochrosperma oligomerum
  • Oligomerum Mahogany


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Description

Ochrosperma oligomerum (also called Oligomerous 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 oligomerum 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 oligomerum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochrosperma oligomerum is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ochrosperma oligomerum

Ochrosperma oligomerum is native to New Caledonia.

Ochrosperma oligomerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochrosperma oligomerum?

Ochrosperma oligomerum

What is the natural habitat of Ochrosperma oligomerum?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Ochrosperma oligomerum?

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-136770: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.