Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
ksu
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 106 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388969
Common Names
- Ochna bakeriana
- Bakeriana Ochna
- Bakeriana Star-Fruit
Synonyms
- Cercanthemum reflexum Tiegh. [unknown]
Description
Ochna bakeriana (also called Ironwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ochna bakeriana is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ochna bakeriana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Ochna bakeriana: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division or from seed.
Where to Find Ochna bakeriana
Ochna bakeriana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.
Ochna bakeriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ochna bakeriana?
Ochna bakeriana
What type of plant is Ochna bakeriana?
Ochna bakeriana is a species of flowering plant in the family Ochnaceae.
Where is Ochna bakeriana found?
Ochna bakeriana is found in Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.
Species in the Ochna genus
Ochna afzelii,
Ochna cinnabarina,
Ochna calodendron,
Ochna bakeriana,
Ochna membranacea,
Ochna multiflora,
Ochna micrantha,
Ochna mauritiana,
Ochna manikensis,
Ochna obtusata,
Ochna holstii,
Ochna hiernii,
Ochna katangensis,
Ochna leucophloeos,
Ochna leptoclada,
Ochna latisepala,
Ochna lanceolata,
Ochna kirkii,
Ochna jabotapita,
Ochna gambleoides,
Ochna gamblei,
Ochna fruticulosa,
Ochna schweinfurthiana,
Ochna rhizomatosa,
Ochna pygmaea,
Ochna pumila,
Ochna pulchra,
Ochna emarginata,
Ochna thouvenotii,
Ochna louvelii,
Ochna sambiranensis,
Ochna baronii,
Ochna boiviniana,
Ochna madagascariensis,
Ochna humblotiana,
Ochna comorensis,
Ochna pervilleana,
Ochna vaccinioides,
Ochna andravinensis,
Ochna ciliata,
Ochna macrantha,
Ochna polycarpa,
Ochna arborea,
Ochna barbosae,
Ochna confusa,
Ochna gamostigmata,
Ochna atropurpurea,
Ochna glauca,
Ochna inermis,
Ochna natalitia,
Species in the Ochnaceae family