Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holl. : 32 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388290
Common Names
- Excelsus Orites
- Excelsus Orites
- Excelsus Orites
Description
Orites excelsus (also called Exalted Orites, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate. It is found in the understory of the Atlantic Forest, in humid and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Orites excelsus is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an anti-inflammatory, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a fertilizer for crops.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orites excelsus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orites excelsus is a shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Orites excelsus
Orites excelsus can be found in New Zealand.
Orites excelsus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orites excelsus?
Orites excelsus
What is the common name of Orites excelsus?
Tall Orites
What type of plant is Orites excelsus?
Orites excelsus is a shrub.
Species in the Orites genus
Species in the Proteaceae family
Acidonia microcarpa,
Adenanthos acanthophyllus,
Adenanthos apiculatus,
Adenanthos argyreus,
Adenanthos barbigerus,
Adenanthos cacomorphus,
Adenanthos cuneatus,
Adenanthos cunninghamii,
Adenanthos cygnorum,
Adenanthos detmoldii,
Adenanthos dobagii,
Adenanthos dobsonii,
Adenanthos drummondii,
Adenanthos ellipticus,
Adenanthos eyrei,
Adenanthos filifolius,
Adenanthos flavidiflorus,
Adenanthos forrestii,
Adenanthos glabrescens,
Adenanthos gracilipes,
Adenanthos ileticos,
Adenanthos intermedius,
Adenanthos intricatus,
Adenanthos labillardierei,
Adenanthos linearis,
Adenanthos macropodianus,
Adenanthos meisneri,
Adenanthos obovatus,
Adenanthos oreophilus,
Adenanthos pamelus,
Adenanthos pungens,
Adenanthos sericeus,
Adenanthos strictus,
Adenanthos teges,
Adenanthos terminalis,
Adenanthos velutinus,
Adenanthos venosus,
Agastachys odorata,
Alloxylon brachycarpum,
Alloxylon flammeum,
Alloxylon pinnatum,
Alloxylon wickhamii,
Athertonia diversifolia,
Aulax cancellata,
Aulax pallasia,
Aulax umbellata,
Austromuellera trinervia,
Austromuellera valida,
Banksia acanthopoda,
Banksia acuminata,