Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
impressa
ID:
1278839

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tiegh.) Lemée

Source:
tro

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Fl. Guyane Franc. 3: 11 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278177



Common Names

  • Ouratea impressa
  • Impressa Ouratea
  • Ouratea


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Description

Ouratea impressa (also called 'Impressed Ouratea', among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It prefers humid, tropical climates and can be found in rainforests, woodlands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea impressa is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ouratea impressa is a small, white, fluffy flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ouratea impressa is a hardy perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Ouratea impressa

Ouratea impressa is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ouratea impressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ouratea impressa?

Ouratea impressa

What are the common names of Ouratea impressa?

Impressa Ouratea, Impressa Ouratea Tree

What type of plant is Ouratea impressa?

Ouratea impressa is a species of tree in the Ochnaceae family

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 tro-50296799: Based on the initial data import
Albert Marie Victor Lemée (1872-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lemée' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.