Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citrina
ID:
1278322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg

Source:
tro

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 33: 246 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277660



Common Names

  • Ochna citrina
  • Yellow Ochna
  • Mickey Mouse Plant


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Description

Ochna citrina (also called Yellow Ochna, Mickey Mouse Bush, or Bird's Eye Bush, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Ochna citrina is used for its medicinal properties and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ochna citrina is a small, yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochna citrina is a perennial plant that is propagated by seeds or cuttings. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ochna citrina

Ochna citrina can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Ochna citrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochna citrina?

Ochna citrina

What is the natural habitat of Ochna citrina?

Tropical Africa

What is the optimal temperature for Ochna citrina?

65-75°F

Species in the Ochna genus

Ochna afzelii, Ochna cinnabarina, Ochna calodendron, Ochna bakeriana, Ochna membranacea, Ochna multiflora, Ochna micrantha, Ochna mauritiana, Ochna manikensis, Ochna obtusata, Ochna holstii, Ochna hiernii, Ochna katangensis, Ochna leucophloeos, Ochna leptoclada, Ochna latisepala, Ochna lanceolata, Ochna kirkii, Ochna jabotapita, Ochna gambleoides, Ochna gamblei, Ochna fruticulosa, Ochna schweinfurthiana, Ochna rhizomatosa, Ochna pygmaea, Ochna pumila, Ochna pulchra, Ochna emarginata, Ochna thouvenotii, Ochna louvelii, Ochna sambiranensis, Ochna baronii, Ochna boiviniana, Ochna madagascariensis, Ochna humblotiana, Ochna comorensis, Ochna pervilleana, Ochna vaccinioides, Ochna andravinensis, Ochna ciliata, Ochna macrantha, Ochna polycarpa, Ochna arborea, Ochna barbosae, Ochna confusa, Ochna gamostigmata, Ochna atropurpurea, Ochna glauca, Ochna inermis, Ochna natalitia,

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References