Description
Ocotea foveolata (also called Foveolate Ocotea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ocotea foveolata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ocotea foveolata are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and hard. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.