Orthaea coriacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 7: 36 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047932
Common Names
- Orthaea coriacea
- Coriaceous Orthaea
- Coriaceous Mountain Azalea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthaea coriacea (also called Leathery Orthaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 6-10 feet (2-3 m) tall. It is native to the western United States, from California to British Columbia, and is found in dry, rocky areas, such as chaparral, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Orthaea coriacea is a flowering shrub native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make tea. The tea is said to have calming effects and can be used to treat stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthaea coriacea has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthaea coriacea is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape and encourage new growth.
Where to Find Orthaea coriacea
Orthaea coriacea can be found in the temperate forests of North America.
Species in the Orthaea genus
Orthaea abbreviata, Orthaea apophysata, Orthaea boliviensis, Orthaea brachysiphon, Orthaea breviflora, Orthaea caudata, Orthaea cavendishioides, Orthaea constans, Orthaea cordata, Orthaea coriacea, Orthaea crinita, Orthaea ecuadorensis, Orthaea ferreyrae, Orthaea fimbriata, Orthaea glandulifera, Orthaea hispida, Orthaea ignea, Orthaea laurifolia, Orthaea madidiensis, Orthaea minor, Orthaea oedipus, Orthaea oriens, Orthaea panamensis, Orthaea paniculata, Orthaea peregrina, Orthaea pinnatinervia, Orthaea pubifolia, Orthaea rusbyi, Orthaea secundiflora, Orthaea stipitata, Orthaea thibaudioides, Orthaea venamensis, Orthaea weberbauerii, Orthaea bullata,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.