Ouratea stipulata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vell.) Sastre
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11(1): 108, isonym. 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259029
Common Names
- Ouratea stipulata
- Stipulate Ouratea
- Stipulate Ouratea
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Ouratea stipulata (also called Stipulate 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 stipulata 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 stipulata 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 stipulata 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 stipulata
Ouratea stipulata can be found in moist forests in the eastern United States and Canada.
Ouratea stipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea stipulata?
Ouratea stipulata
What is the family of Ouratea stipulata?
Ochnaceae
What is the common name of Ouratea stipulata?
Stipulate 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-50189896: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Claude Henri Léon Sastre (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sastre' in the authors string.