Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kenyensis
ID:
383500

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chiov.) Robyns & R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 20: 212. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382832

Common Names

  • Ocotea kenyensis
  • Kenyensis Ocotea
  • Kenyensis Ocotillo

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Synonyms

  • Ocotea argylei Robyns [unknown]
  • Tylostemon kenyensis Chiov. [unknown]
  • Ocotea viridis Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Ocotea gardneri cuneata Lebrun [invalid]
  • Ocotea gardneri Hutch. & M.B.Moss [illegitimate]

Description

Ocotea kenyensis (also called Kenyan 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 kenyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ocotea kenyensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure, and the seedlings are thin, grass-like shoots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea kenyensis is a small evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best to start the seeds indoors in early spring and then transplant them outdoors after the last frost. It is also possible to take cuttings in late summer and root them in a moist medium.

Where to Find Ocotea kenyensis

Ocotea kenyensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ocotea kenyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea kenyensis?

Ocotea kenyensis

What is the common name of Ocotea kenyensis?

Kenyan Ocotea

Where is Ocotea kenyensis found?

Ocotea kenyensis is found in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania and Kenya

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-2386136: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Frans Hubert Edouard Arthur Walter Robyns (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robyns' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.