Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
747519

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.C.S.Assis & Mello-Silva

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 123 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746852

Common Names

  • Ocotea arenicola
  • Sand Ocotea
  • Ocotea

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Description

Ocotea arenicola (also called 'Sand Ocotea', among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, twining vine native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, in open woodlands, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea arenicola is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ocotea arenicola has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters of two to three. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits that contain numerous seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea arenicola is a perennial evergreen shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Ocotea arenicola

Ocotea arenicola is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest.

Ocotea arenicola FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ocotea arenicola?

Ocotea arenicola is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the size of Ocotea arenicola?

Ocotea arenicola is a medium-sized species, with leaves reaching up to 20 cm in length.

What is the color of Ocotea arenicola?

Ocotea arenicola has greenish-yellow leaves with red veins.

Species in the Ocotea genus

Ocotea haberi, Ocotea holdridgeana, Ocotea hilariana, Ocotea heydeana, Ocotea hueckii, Ocotea harrisii, Ocotea guianensis, Ocotea guatemalensis, Ocotea lanata, Ocotea itatiaiae, Ocotea huberi, Ocotea insularis, Ocotea inhauba, Ocotea indecora, Ocotea imrayana, Ocotea hypoglauca, Ocotea foetens, Ocotea foeniculacea, Ocotea fendleri, Ocotea felix, Ocotea fasciculata, Ocotea esmeraldana, Ocotea erectifolia, Ocotea endresiana, Ocotea elegans, Ocotea jorge-escobarii, Ocotea gracilis, Ocotea gracilipes, Ocotea gordonii, Ocotea gomezii, Ocotea glomerata, Ocotea glaucosericea, Ocotea laetevirens, Ocotea froesii, Ocotea fulvescens, Ocotea glaucophylla, Ocotea glabra, Ocotea glauca, Ocotea gabonensis, Ocotea martinicensis, Ocotea obovata, Ocotea maranguapensis, Ocotea megacarpa, Ocotea magnilimba, Ocotea olivacea, Ocotea odorifera, Ocotea moschata, Ocotea mollicella, Ocotea micans, Ocotea meziana,

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

Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.
Leandro Assis (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.S.Assis' in the authors string.