Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jabotapita
ID:
389872

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 513 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389204



Common Names

  • Ochna jabotapita
  • Jabotapita Ochna
  • Ochna


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Synonyms

  • Ochna moonii Thwaites [unknown]
  • Ouratea jabotapita (L.) Baill. [unknown]
  • Polythecium rufescens Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Polythecium moonii Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Diporidium squarrosum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Discladium nitidum Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Discladium squarrosum Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Gomphia jabotapita Sw. [unknown]
  • Ochna squarrosa L. [unknown]

Description

Ochna jabotapita (also called Ironwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or 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

Ochna jabotapita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ochna jabotapita are small and yellow-green. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochna jabotapita is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Ochna jabotapita

Ochna jabotapita 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 jabotapita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochna jabotapita?

Ochna jabotapita

What is the common name of Ochna jabotapita?

Jabotapita Ochna

What is the natural habitat of Ochna jabotapita?

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