Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
1254240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 27: t. 2688 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253578



Common Names

  • Itoa Orientalis
  • Oriental Itoa
  • Oriental Itoa Vine


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Description

Itoa orientalis (also called Oriental Itoa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is usually found in wet, humid forests and can reach heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are ovate-elliptic, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside.

Uses & Benefits

Itoa orientalis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Itoa orientalis var. glabrescens (C.Y.Wu) G.S.Fan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Itoa orientalis has small, white, four-petaled flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Itoa orientalis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Itoa orientalis

Itoa orientalis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Itoa orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Itoa orientalis?

Itoa orientalis

What is the common name of Itoa orientalis?

Oriental Itoa

What is the natural habitat of Itoa orientalis?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Itoa genus

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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