Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
manausense
ID:
389383

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.A.Rodrigues) Barneby

Source:
cmp

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 118 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388715



Common Names

  • Manausense Broomrape
  • Manausense Stickweed
  • Manausense Cancer-root


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Synonyms

  • Phoxanthus manausensis W.A.Rodrigues [unknown]

Description

Ophiocaryon manausense (also called Manaus corkwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Ophiocaryon genus. It is native to the Amazon rainforest and is found in moist, lowland areas. It has a thick trunk and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiocaryon manausense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiocaryon manausense has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiocaryon manausense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Ophiocaryon manausense

Ophiocaryon manausense is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Ophiocaryon manausense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiocaryon manausense?

Ophiocaryon manausense

What is the common name of Ophiocaryon manausense?

Manaus Ophiocaryon

What is the natural habitat of Ophiocaryon manausense?

It is found in tropical forests in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2397108: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
William Antônio Rodrigues (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.A.Rodrigues' in the authors string.