Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gordonii
ID:
383443

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9(4): 575. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382775

Common Names

  • Gordon's Ocotea
  • Ocotea gordonii
  • Ocotea

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Description

Ocotea gordonii (also called Gordon's ocotea, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and glossy, dark green leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea gordonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ocotea gordonii is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea gordonii is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It grows up to 15 m (50 feet) tall and has dark green, glossy leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, red drupe. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, fertile soil and full sun.

Where to Find Ocotea gordonii

Ocotea gordonii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. It is commonly found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Ocotea gordonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea gordonii?

Ocotea gordonii

What is the common name of Ocotea gordonii?

Gordon's Ocotea

What is the natural habitat of Ocotea gordonii?

Tropical rainforest

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2386026: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.