Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
maguirei
ID:
1278911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
tro

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 116 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278249



Common Names

  • Ophiocaryon maguirei
  • Maguire's Ophiocaryon
  • Maguire's Palm


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Description

Ophiocaryon maguirei (also called Maguire's Ophiocaryon, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen tree native to tropical regions of South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiocaryon maguirei is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiocaryon maguirei has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are usually grown from cuttings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiocaryon maguirei is a slow-growing, evergreen tree native to Venezuela. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Ophiocaryon maguirei

Ophiocaryon maguirei is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ophiocaryon maguirei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiocaryon maguirei?

Ophiocaryon maguirei

What is the common name of Ophiocaryon maguirei?

Maguire's Ophiocaryon

Where is Ophiocaryon maguirei native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Sabiaceae family

Meliosma lanceolata, Meliosma lepidota, Meliosma hirsuta, Meliosma itatiaiae, Meliosma irazuensis, Meliosma impressa, Meliosma idiopoda, Meliosma lindae, Meliosma echeverryana, Meliosma glossophylla, Meliosma herbertii, Meliosma grandifolia, Meliosma grandiflora, Meliosma glabrata, Meliosma gentryi, Meliosma caucana, Meliosma caldasii, Meliosma brenesii, Meliosma nesites, Meliosma nana, Meliosma meridensis, Meliosma aristeguietae, Meliosma andina, Meliosma abbreviata, Meliosma depressiva, Meliosma dentata, Meliosma cundinamarcensis, Meliosma corymbosa, Meliosma sarawakensis, Meliosma rufopilosa, Meliosma vasquezii, Meliosma recurvata, Meliosma trujilloi, Meliosma spathulata, Meliosma tenuis, Meliosma tachirensis, Meliosma sumatrana, Meliosma pardonii, Meliosma colletiana, Meliosma oppositifolia, Meliosma ochracea, Meliosma occidentalis, Meliosma oaxacana, Meliosma veitchiorum, Meliosma pittieriana, Meliosma venezuelensis, Meliosma novogranatensis, Meliosma petalodentata, Meliosma mexicana, Meliosma stellata,

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