Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insulae
ID:
391030

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Riley

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1924: 106 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390362

Common Names

  • Ouratea Insulae
  • Insular Ouratea
  • Insular Ouratea Tree

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Synonyms

  • Ouratea pyramidalis L.Riley [unknown]

Description

Ouratea insulae (also called Insulae Ouratea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea insulae is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ouratea insulae is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ouratea insulae is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ouratea insulae

Ouratea insulae can be found in the Caribbean and northern South America, including Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Brazil.

Ouratea insulae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ouratea insulae?

Ouratea insulae

What is the common name of Ouratea insulae?

Insulae Ouratea

What is the natural habitat of Ouratea insulae?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Ouratea genus

Ouratea australis, Ouratea attenuata, Ouratea asisae, Ouratea brevipedicellata, Ouratea brevicalyx, Ouratea barrae, Ouratea arnoldiana, Ouratea arbobrevicalyx, Ouratea aquatica, Ouratea apurensis, Ouratea articulata, Ouratea affinis, Ouratea disticha, Ouratea duidae, Ouratea deminuta, Ouratea discophora, Ouratea fusiformis, Ouratea engleri, Ouratea ferruginea, Ouratea evoluta, Ouratea clarkii, Ouratea cinerea, Ouratea chocoensis, Ouratea chaffanjonii, Ouratea castaneifolia, Ouratea caracasana, Ouratea campos-portoi, Ouratea calophylla, Ouratea davidsei, Ouratea culminicola, Ouratea croizatii, Ouratea coccinea, Ouratea tatei, Ouratea tumacoensis, Ouratea thyrsoidea, Ouratea thonneri, Ouratea superba, Ouratea subcaudata, Ouratea subamplexicaulis, Ouratea terminalis, Ouratea vulgaris, Ouratea yapacana, Ouratea xerophila, Ouratea welwitschii, Ouratea verticillata, Ouratea valerioi, Ouratea scandens, Ouratea saulensis, Ouratea rubricyanea, Ouratea rotundipetala,

Species in the Ochnaceae family