Ouratea sipapoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire & Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 51: 92 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390184
Common Names
- Sipapoensis Ouratea
- Sipapoensis Ouratea Tree
- Sipapoensis Ouratea Plant
Searching for Ouratea sipapoensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ouratea sipapoensis (also called Sipapo Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is found in forests, thickets, and grasslands, and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. Its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are white or yellowish-white.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea sipapoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ouratea sipapoensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.
Searching for Ouratea sipapoensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ouratea sipapoensis is a tropical plant that is native to South America and is commonly found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It is susceptible to root rot, so it is important to ensure that the soil is well-draining.
Where to Find Ouratea sipapoensis
Ouratea sipapoensis can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Ouratea sipapoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea sipapoensis?
Ouratea sipapoensis
What is the common name of Ouratea sipapoensis?
Sipapo Ouratea
What is the natural habitat of Ouratea sipapoensis?
Moist forests
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-2400180: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.