Ouratea striata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 5: 427 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264230
Common Names
- Striated Ouratea
- Striated Wild Hydrangea
- Striated Tree Hydrangea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ouratea striata (also called Striped Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry, deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea striata has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ouratea striata has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and the first true leaves are opposite and simple.
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Ouratea striata can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be grown in a warm environment with plenty of light. Once established, the plants can be transplanted into the garden or a larger container.
Where to Find Ouratea striata
Ouratea striata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, swamps, and along riverbanks.
Ouratea striata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea striata?
Ouratea striata
What is the common name of Ouratea striata?
Striata
What is the natural habitat of Ouratea striata?
Tropical rainforests
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-50211641: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.