Status:
valid
Authors:
Trimen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Ann. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg 12: 231 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253094
Common Names
- Acuminata Ochrosia
- Ochrosia acuminata
- Acuminata Ochrosia Tree
Synonyms
- Neisosperma acuminatum (Trimen ex Valeton) Fosberg & Sachet [unknown]
Description
Ochrosia acuminata (also called Ochrosia acuminata, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin stem that grows to a height of about 20 cm. Its leaves are long and thin, and its flowers are white with yellow spots. It is found in evergreen forests and on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Ochrosia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ochrosia acuminata is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ochrosia acuminata is a species of flowering tree in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Pacific Ocean. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until rooted.
Where to Find Ochrosia acuminata
Ochrosia acuminata can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Ochrosia acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ochrosia acuminata?
Ochrosia acuminata
What is the family of Ochrosia acuminata?
Apocynaceae
Where is Ochrosia acuminata found?
India
Species in the Ochrosia genus
Ochrosia ackeringae,
Ochrosia acuminata,
Ochrosia alyxioides,
Ochrosia apoensis,
Ochrosia balansae,
Ochrosia bodenheimarum,
Ochrosia borbonica,
Ochrosia brevituba,
Ochrosia citrodora,
Ochrosia coccinea,
Ochrosia compta,
Ochrosia elliptica,
Ochrosia fatuhivensis,
Ochrosia ficifolia,
Ochrosia glomerata,
Ochrosia grandiflora,
Ochrosia haleakalae,
Ochrosia hexandra,
Ochrosia inventorum,
Ochrosia iwasakiana,
Ochrosia kauaiensis,
Ochrosia kilaueaensis,
Ochrosia kilneri,
Ochrosia lifuana,
Ochrosia mariannensis,
Ochrosia miana,
Ochrosia minima,
Ochrosia moorei,
Ochrosia mulsanti,
Ochrosia nakaiana,
Ochrosia newelliana,
Ochrosia novo-caledonica,
Ochrosia oppositifolia,
Ochrosia poweri,
Ochrosia sciadophylla,
Ochrosia sevenetii,
Ochrosia silvatica,
Ochrosia solomonensis,
Ochrosia syncarpa,
Ochrosia tenimberensis,
Ochrosia thiollierei,
Ochrosia vitiensis,
Ochrosia basistamina,
Ochrosia brownii,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,