Ouratea grosourdyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tiegh.) Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 370 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390342
Common Names
- Ouratea Grosourdyi
- Grosourdy's Ouratea
- Grosourdy's Ouratea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cercouratea grosourdyi Tiegh. [unknown]
Description
Ouratea grosourdyi (also called Grosourdy's Ouratea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea grosourdyi is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ouratea grosourdyi is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and two small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ouratea grosourdyi is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Ouratea grosourdyi
Ouratea grosourdyi is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Ouratea grosourdyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea grosourdyi?
Ouratea grosourdyi
What is the common name of Ouratea grosourdyi?
Grosourdy's Ouratea
What is the natural habitat of Ouratea grosourdyi?
Tropical rainforests of South 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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2400387: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.