Ouratea neuridesii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Castañeda
Source:
ksu
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 38: 175 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509896
Common Names
- Ouratea Neuridesii
- Neuridesii Ouratea
- Neuridesii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ouratea neuridesii (also called Neurides' Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Amazon region. It is characterized by its white flowers and its leathery leaves. It grows in wet and shady areas, such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Ouratea neuridesii 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, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ouratea neuridesii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ouratea neuridesii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Ouratea neuridesii
Ouratea neuridesii is native to South America and can be found in areas with tropical climates.
Ouratea neuridesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ouratea neuridesii?
Ouratea neuridesii
What is the common name of Ouratea neuridesii?
Neuridesii
Where is Ouratea neuridesii found?
Brazil
Species in the Ouratea genus
Ouratea australis, Ouratea attenuata, Ouratea asisae, Ouratea brevipedicellata, Ouratea brevicalyx, Ouratea barrae, Ouratea arnoldiana, Ouratea arbobrevicalyx, Ouratea aquatica, Ouratea apurensis, Ouratea articulata, Ouratea affinis, Ouratea disticha, Ouratea duidae, Ouratea deminuta, Ouratea discophora, Ouratea fusiformis, Ouratea engleri, Ouratea ferruginea, Ouratea evoluta, Ouratea clarkii, Ouratea cinerea, Ouratea chocoensis, Ouratea chaffanjonii, Ouratea castaneifolia, Ouratea caracasana, Ouratea campos-portoi, Ouratea calophylla, Ouratea davidsei, Ouratea culminicola, Ouratea croizatii, Ouratea coccinea, Ouratea tatei, Ouratea tumacoensis, Ouratea thyrsoidea, Ouratea thonneri, Ouratea superba, Ouratea subcaudata, Ouratea subamplexicaulis, Ouratea terminalis, Ouratea vulgaris, Ouratea yapacana, Ouratea xerophila, Ouratea welwitschii, Ouratea verticillata, Ouratea valerioi, Ouratea scandens, Ouratea saulensis, Ouratea rubricyanea, Ouratea rotundipetala,
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
Idelfonso Castañeda Noa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Castañeda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77091723-1: Based on the initial data import