Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oroyanus
ID:
261050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 289 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260382

Common Names

  • Oreopanax oroyanus
  • Oroyanus Oreopanax
  • Oroya Oreopanax

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Description

Oreopanax oroyanus (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central America and Mexico and is found in dry forests and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and leathery. The flowers are yellow-green and the fruits are drupes.

Uses & Benefits

Oreopanax oroyanus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreopanax oroyanus is yellowish-green and grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, three-angled nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreopanax oroyanus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be about 6 inches long. They should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Oreopanax oroyanus

Oreopanax oroyanus is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Cauca, Valle del Cauca, and Nariño.

Oreopanax oroyanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreopanax oroyanus?

Oreopanax oroyanus

What is the common name of Oreopanax oroyanus?

Mountain Palm

Where is Oreopanax oroyanus native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Oreopanax genus

Oreopanax acerifolius, Oreopanax albanensis, Oreopanax allocophyllus, Oreopanax anchicayanus, Oreopanax andreanus, Oreopanax angularis, Oreopanax anomalus, Oreopanax apurimacensis, Oreopanax aquifolius, Oreopanax arcanus, Oreopanax argentatus, Oreopanax artocarpoides, Oreopanax atopanthus, Oreopanax avicenniifolius, Oreopanax bogotensis, Oreopanax boliviensis, Oreopanax brachystachyus, Oreopanax brunneus, Oreopanax bullosus, Oreopanax candamoanus, Oreopanax capitatus, Oreopanax catalpifolius, Oreopanax cecropiifolius, Oreopanax cheirophyllus, Oreopanax cissoides, Oreopanax compactus, Oreopanax confusus, Oreopanax corazonensis, Oreopanax coriaceus, Oreopanax costaricensis, Oreopanax crassinervius, Oreopanax crataegodorus, Oreopanax cumanensis, Oreopanax cuspidatus, Oreopanax cyclophyllus, Oreopanax dactylifolius, Oreopanax deinocephalus, Oreopanax diguensis, Oreopanax discolor, Oreopanax divulsus, Oreopanax donnell-smithii, Oreopanax duquei, Oreopanax dussii, Oreopanax echinops, Oreopanax ecuadoriensis, Oreopanax ellsworthii, Oreopanax epificus, Oreopanax epremesnilianus, Oreopanax eriocephalus, Oreopanax farallonensis,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-143594: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.