Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cidiana
ID:
1232302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sastre

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 197 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231640



Common Names

  • Ouratea cidiana
  • Cidian Ouratea
  • Cidian Ourea


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Description

Ouratea cidiana (also called Cidian Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Colombia, Venezuela and Peru and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea cidiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or border plant. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ouratea cidiana has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with green, scale-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ouratea cidiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Ochnaceae. It is native to Colombia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to 1-2 m in height. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood. These should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Ouratea cidiana

Ouratea cidiana is native to Colombia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ouratea cidiana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ouratea cidiana?

Ouratea cidiana is native to the Andes Mountains of Colombia.

What is the average size of Ouratea cidiana?

Ouratea cidiana typically grows to a height of 1-2 m.

What is the best soil type for Ouratea cidiana?

Ouratea cidiana prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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