Ouratea sastrei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Zarucchi
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
ined.: 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259034
Common Names
- Ouratea sastrei
- Sastre's Ouratea
- Sastre's Ouratea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ouratea sastrei (also called Sastre's Ouratea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India and Nepal. It has a thick, succulent stem and is covered with small, white flowers. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as forests, grasslands and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea sastrei is used as a natural insecticide and to make rope. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ouratea sastrei is a small, white, 5-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedling is a small, yellowish-green stem with small, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ouratea sastrei is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Ouratea sastrei
Ouratea sastrei can be found in moist forests in the eastern United States and Canada.
Ouratea sastrei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea sastrei?
Ouratea sastrei
What is the family of Ouratea sastrei?
Ochnaceae
What is the common name of Ouratea sastrei?
Sastre's Ouratea
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 tro-50189914: Based on the initial data import
James Lee Zarucchi (1952-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zarucchi' in the authors string.