Ouratea subamplexicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire & Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 51: 96 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390133
Common Names
- Ouratea subamplexicaulis
- Subamplexicaul Ouratea
- Subamplexicaul Ouratea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ouratea subamplexicaulis (also called Subamplexicaul Ouratea, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Brazil. It has large, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea subamplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ouratea subamplexicaulis has small yellow flowers with four petals, and its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with large, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ouratea subamplexicaulis is a tropical shrub that is native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours prior to planting. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to use a rooting hormone and keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once established, Ouratea subamplexicaulis prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Where to Find Ouratea subamplexicaulis
Ouratea subamplexicaulis is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia.
Ouratea subamplexicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea subamplexicaulis?
Ouratea subamplexicaulis
What is the common name of Ouratea subamplexicaulis?
Southern Ouratea
What is the natural habitat of Ouratea subamplexicaulis?
It is found in wet, lowland forests of Central and South America
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-2400096: 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.