Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
javariensis
ID:
391381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sastre

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 27: 85 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390713



Common Names

  • Ouratea javariensis
  • Javariensis Ouratea
  • Javariensis Ouratea


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Description

Ouratea javariensis (also called Javari ouratea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has a woody stem and produces small, heart-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shaded areas such as forests, riverbanks, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea javariensis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ouratea javariensis 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 javariensis is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F.

Where to Find Ouratea javariensis

Ouratea javariensis is native to Colombia.

Ouratea javariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ouratea javariensis?

Ouratea javariensis

What is the common name of Ouratea javariensis?

Javari ouratea

What is the growth habit of Ouratea javariensis?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

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