Ocotea imazensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
ksu
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 370 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390557
Common Names
- Imazen's Ocotea
- Imazen's Ocotea Tree
- Imazen's Ocotea Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ocotea imazensis (also called Imaza Ocotea, among many other common names) is a species of perennial flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ocotea imazensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It can also be used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ocotea imazensis are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ocotea imazensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept warm and moist until they germinate. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Once established, the plant should be watered sparingly and kept in a sunny location.
Where to Find Ocotea imazensis
Ocotea imazensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Ocotea imazensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ocotea imazensis?
Ocotea imazensis
What is the common name of Ocotea imazensis?
Imazen's ocotea
What is the native range of Ocotea imazensis?
Brazil
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
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60439379-2: Based on the initial data import