Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruizii
ID:
261078

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne. & Planch. ex Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 15: 248 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260410

Common Names

  • Oreopanax ruizii
  • Ruiz's Oreopanax
  • Panama Hat Plant

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Synonyms

  • Oreopanax dombeyanus Decne. & Planch. [invalid]

Description

Oreopanax ruizii (also called Ruiz's Oreopanax, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has a rounded shape and can grow up to 3 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oreopanax ruizii 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 ruizii is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreopanax ruizii is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet (2.4 m). It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Oreopanax ruizii

Oreopanax ruizii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oreopanax ruizii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreopanax ruizii?

Oreopanax ruizii

What are the common names of Oreopanax ruizii?

Ruiz's Oreopanax, Ruiz's Aralia

What is the natural habitat of Oreopanax ruizii?

It is found in moist forests in the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador

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-143619: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.