Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plana
ID:
391384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tiegh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 8, 16: 259 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390716



Common Names

  • Ouratea plana
  • Plana Ouratea
  • Plana Ouratea


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Synonyms

  • Ouratea palmata Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Ouratea plana (also called Flat ouratea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a short, tuberous, underground stem and its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and glabrous. It grows in moist forests and meadows, and is often found in thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea plana 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 plana has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ouratea plana 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 plana

Ouratea plana is native to Colombia.

Ouratea plana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ouratea plana?

Ouratea plana

What is the common name of Ouratea plana?

Plain ouratea

What is the growth habit of Ouratea plana?

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