Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
biceps
ID:
1222092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul. & Wedd.

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 11: 106 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221430



Common Names

  • Biceps Oserya
  • Biceps Oserya
  • Biceps Oserya


Searching for Oserya biceps? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Oserya biceps (also called Biceps oserya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows to a height of 2-3 meters and has large, pinnate leaves with serrated edges. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, black berry.

Uses & Benefits

Oserya biceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oserya biceps is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black and white pattern. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.

Searching for Oserya biceps? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Oserya biceps is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Oserya biceps

Oserya biceps can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oserya biceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oserya biceps?

Oserya biceps

What is the common name of Oserya biceps?

Biceps Oserya

What is the natural habitat of Oserya biceps?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50008912: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.