Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spanantha
ID:
1281669

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
tro

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 35: 268 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281007

Common Names

  • Ocotea spanantha
  • Spanantha Ocotea
  • Spanantha Lauraceae

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Description

Ocotea spanantha (also called Spreading Ocotea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in open grasslands, desert scrub, and dry washes.

Uses & Benefits

Ocotea spanantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive issues. It is also used as an herbal supplement to boost the immune system and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ocotea spanantha is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocotea spanantha is a small, evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is very hardy and requires minimal care. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ocotea spanantha

Ocotea spanantha is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Ocotea spanantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocotea spanantha?

Ocotea spanantha

Where is Ocotea spanantha native to?

Africa

What type of plant is Ocotea spanantha?

Tree

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,