Status:
valid
Authors:
Sastre & Offroy
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 38: 66 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346268
Common Names
- Ouratea palatinatensis
- Palatinatensis Ouratea
- Palatinatensis Ouratea Plant
Description
Ouratea palatinatensis (also called Palatinatensis Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in wet forests and scrublands, and can reach up to 5 m in height.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea palatinatensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ouratea palatinatensis has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two to three pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ouratea palatinatensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Ouratea palatinatensis
Ouratea palatinatensis is found in Brazil.
Ouratea palatinatensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea palatinatensis?
Ouratea palatinatensis
What is the natural habitat of Ouratea palatinatensis?
It is native to South America.
What are the uses of Ouratea palatinatensis?
It is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.
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
Bérangère Offroy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Offroy' in the authors string.