Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
oreocola
ID:
668465

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chanderb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 91: 86 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667797

Common Names

  • Endlicheria oreocola
  • Oreocola Endlicheria
  • Oreocola

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Description

Endlicheria oreocola (also called Oreo, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is found in the Amazonian region of Peru and Ecuador, and grows in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Endlicheria oreocola is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Endlicheria oreocola has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow stigma. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endlicheria oreocola is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Endlicheria oreocola

Endlicheria oreocola can be found in Central and South America.

Endlicheria oreocola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Endlicheria oreocola?

Endlicheria oreocola

What is the common name of Endlicheria oreocola?

Oreocola endlicheria

Where is Endlicheria oreocola native to?

Brazil

Species in the Endlicheria genus

Endlicheria acuminata, Endlicheria anomala, Endlicheria arachnocome, Endlicheria arenosa, Endlicheria argentea, Endlicheria arunciflora, Endlicheria aurea, Endlicheria bracteata, Endlicheria bracteolata, Endlicheria browniana, Endlicheria bullata, Endlicheria canescens, Endlicheria chalisea, Endlicheria chrysovelutina, Endlicheria citriodora, Endlicheria cocuirey, Endlicheria columbiana, Endlicheria coriacea, Endlicheria dictifarinosa, Endlicheria directonervia, Endlicheria duotincta, Endlicheria dysodantha, Endlicheria ferruginosa, Endlicheria formosa, Endlicheria glomerata, Endlicheria gracilis, Endlicheria griseosericea, Endlicheria jefensis, Endlicheria klugii, Endlicheria krukovii, Endlicheria levelii, Endlicheria lhotzkyi, Endlicheria longicaudata, Endlicheria lorastemon, Endlicheria macrophylla, Endlicheria melinonii, Endlicheria metallica, Endlicheria mishuyacensis, Endlicheria multiflora, Endlicheria nilssonii, Endlicheria oreocola, Endlicheria paniculata, Endlicheria paradoxa, Endlicheria punctulata, Endlicheria pyriformis, Endlicheria reflectens, Endlicheria robusta, Endlicheria rubiflora, Endlicheria rubra, Endlicheria ruforamula,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2789020: Based on the initial data import
Andre Chanderbali (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chanderb.' in the authors string.