Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barrae
ID:
390503

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tiegh.) Lasser in Pittier

Source:
ksu

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Cat. Fl. Venez. 2: 142 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389835



Common Names

  • Barrae Ouratea
  • Barrae Ouratea
  • Barrae Ouratea


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Synonyms

  • Cercouratea barrae Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Ouratea barrae (also called Barra's Ouratea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It typically grows to a height of 2–3 m (6–10 ft) and has an upright growth habit. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its flowers are small and white. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea barrae is used in landscaping and as a garden ornamental. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ouratea barrae has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ouratea barrae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Ouratea barrae

Ouratea barrae is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of the world.

Ouratea barrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ouratea barrae?

Ouratea barrae

What is the common name of Ouratea barrae?

Barra's Ouratea

What is the natural habitat of Ouratea barrae?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ouratea genus

Ouratea australis, Ouratea attenuata, Ouratea asisae, Ouratea brevipedicellata, Ouratea brevicalyx, Ouratea barrae, Ouratea arnoldiana, Ouratea arbobrevicalyx, Ouratea aquatica, Ouratea apurensis, Ouratea articulata, Ouratea affinis, Ouratea disticha, Ouratea duidae, Ouratea deminuta, Ouratea discophora, Ouratea fusiformis, Ouratea engleri, Ouratea ferruginea, Ouratea evoluta, Ouratea clarkii, Ouratea cinerea, Ouratea chocoensis, Ouratea chaffanjonii, Ouratea castaneifolia, Ouratea caracasana, Ouratea campos-portoi, Ouratea calophylla, Ouratea davidsei, Ouratea culminicola, Ouratea croizatii, Ouratea coccinea, Ouratea tatei, Ouratea tumacoensis, Ouratea thyrsoidea, Ouratea thonneri, Ouratea superba, Ouratea subcaudata, Ouratea subamplexicaulis, Ouratea terminalis, Ouratea vulgaris, Ouratea yapacana, Ouratea xerophila, Ouratea welwitschii, Ouratea verticillata, Ouratea valerioi, Ouratea scandens, Ouratea saulensis, Ouratea rubricyanea, Ouratea rotundipetala,

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References

Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Tobías Lasser (1911-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lasser' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:177498-2: Based on the initial data import