Eugenia ochracea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valdemarin & Mazine
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(3): 319. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001188
Searching for Eugenia ochracea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia ochracea (also called Ochraceous Eugenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia ochracea is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eugenia ochracea has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.
Searching for Eugenia ochracea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia ochracea is a small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.
Where to Find Eugenia ochracea
Eugenia ochracea is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the region.
Eugenia ochracea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eugenia ochracea?
Eugenia ochracea
What type of plant is Eugenia ochracea?
Tropical tree
Where does Eugenia ochracea grow?
Peruvian Andes
Species in the Eugenia genus
Eugenia conduplicata, Eugenia magna, Eugenia manickamiana, Eugenia myrciariifolia, Eugenia rizziniana, Eugenia seithurensis, Eugenia yatuae, Eugenia subreticulata, Eugenia bergii, Eugenia belloi, Eugenia breedlovei, Eugenia cararensis, Eugenia cerrocacaoensis, Eugenia chavarriae, Eugenia cocosensis, Eugenia coibensis, Eugenia corusca, Eugenia earthiana, Eugenia esteliensis, Eugenia farinacea, Eugenia galbaoensis, Eugenia gomezii, Eugenia grayumii, Eugenia grijalvae, Eugenia hammelii, Eugenia hartshornii, Eugenia herrerae, Eugenia intibucana, Eugenia inversa, Eugenia lempana, Eugenia liesneri, Eugenia lithosperma, Eugenia locuples, Eugenia magniflora, Eugenia mcphersonii, Eugenia molinae, Eugenia monteverdensis, Eugenia paloverdensis, Eugenia quercetorum, Eugenia riosae, Eugenia sancarlosensis, Eugenia selvana, Eugenia shimishito, Eugenia tilarana, Eugenia verruculata, Eugenia zuchowskiae, Eugenia churutensis, Eugenia darcyi, Eugenia shettyana, Eugenia conchalensis,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,