Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudotatei
ID:
1253613

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & Steyerm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 51: 85 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252951

Common Names

  • Ouratea Pseudotatei
  • False Ouratea
  • False Flower

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Description

Ouratea pseudotatei (also called Pseudotate's Ouratea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with oblong leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ouratea pseudotatei is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ouratea pseudotatei has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ouratea pseudotatei is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ouratea pseudotatei

Ouratea pseudotatei can be found in the Caribbean, primarily in Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Ouratea pseudotatei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ouratea pseudotatei?

Ouratea pseudotatei

What are the common names of Ouratea pseudotatei?

Pseudotate's Ouratea

What type of plant is Ouratea pseudotatei?

Tree

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50167367: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.