Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hiernii
ID:
389850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 65(Suppl. 1): 57 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389182



Common Names

  • Ochna hiernii
  • Hiernii Ochna
  • Ochna


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Synonyms

  • Ochna padiflora Gilg [unknown]
  • Porochna hiernii Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Porochna rubescens Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Diporochna hiernii Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Diporochna rubescens Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Ochna hiernii (also called Hiern's Ochna, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has glossy, leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ochna hiernii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, wounds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ochna hiernii is small and yellowish-green, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule containing several seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochna hiernii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Ochna hiernii

Ochna hiernii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It can be found in countries such as India, China, and South Africa.

Ochna hiernii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochna hiernii?

Ochna hiernii

What is the common name of Ochna hiernii?

Hiern's Ochna

What is the natural habitat of Ochna hiernii?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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