Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
obscura
ID:
425277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(2): 73 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424609



Common Names

  • Vochysia obscura
  • Obscura Vochysia
  • Opaque Vochysia


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Synonyms

  • Vochysia urubensis Ducke [unknown]
  • Vochysia obscura obscura [unknown]

Description

Vochysia obscura (also called Obscure Vochysia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and a smooth grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and humid climates.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia obscura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vochysia obscura var. juliani J.F.Macbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vochysia obscura has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia obscura is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Vochysia obscura

Vochysia obscura is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in wet areas.

Vochysia obscura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia obscura?

Vochysia obscura

What is the common name of Vochysia obscura?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Vochysia obscura?

Vochysia obscura is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,