Ouratea papillata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire & Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 51: 82 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390443
Common Names
- Papillate Ouratea
- Papillate Ouratea Tree
- Papillate Ouratea Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ouratea papillata (also called Papillate Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea papillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ouratea papillata has small white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ouratea papillata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ouratea papillata
Ouratea papillata is found in the Venezuelan states of Amazonas and Bolívar.
Ouratea papillata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea papillata?
Ouratea papillata
What is the family of Ouratea papillata?
Ochnaceae
Where is Ouratea papillata found?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2400526: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.