Ocotea hirtistyla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 352 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042543
Common Names
- Ocotea hirtistyla
- Hairy-Style Ocotea
- Hairy-Style Ocoteas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ocotea hirtistyla (also called Ocotea hirtistyla, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ocotea hirtistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of honey and as a source of food for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ocotea hirtistyla has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a terminal inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are initially erect but become prostrate as they mature.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ocotea hirtistyla is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. The plants should be kept in a warm and humid environment.
Where to Find Ocotea hirtistyla
Ocotea hirtistyla is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Ocotea hirtistyla FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Ocotea hirtistyla?
Ocotea hirtistyla is native to the Andes Mountains in Ecuador.
What are the growth requirements of Ocotea hirtistyla?
Ocotea hirtistyla prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.
What is the average size of Ocotea hirtistyla?
Ocotea hirtistyla typically grows to be about 10-15 feet tall.
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,