Status:
valid
Authors:
Sandwith
Source:
tro
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 225 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251767
Description
Ouratea cernuiflora (also called 'Cernuous Ouratea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ochnaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with opposite, ovate leaves and yellow-green flowers. The fruits are small, yellow-green drupes.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea cernuiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ouratea cernuiflora is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ouratea cernuiflora is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly.
Where to Find Ouratea cernuiflora
Ouratea cernuiflora can be found in Central and South America.
Ouratea cernuiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea cernuiflora?
Ouratea cernuiflora
What is the common name of Ouratea cernuiflora?
Drooping Ouratea
Where is Ouratea cernuiflora native to?
Southern Mexico and Central America
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