Description
Ocotea obtusata (also called Ocotea obtusata, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Taiwan and is found in montane forests. It is a small tree or shrub, with a maximum height of up to 5 meters. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and oblong-lanceolate in shape.
Uses & Benefits
Ocotea obtusata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ocotea obtusata are small, yellow-green and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.