Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
492752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 210 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492084

Common Names

  • Obovata Simaba
  • Simaba obovata
  • Obovata Simaba

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Synonyms

  • Simarouba obovata Engl. [unknown]
  • Aruba obovata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Quassia obovata (Engl.) Noot. [unknown]

Description

Simaba obovata (also called 'Ovate Simaba', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Simaba obovata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Simaba obovata has small, 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Simaba obovata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.5–2 m. It prefers a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Simaba obovata

Simaba obovata is native to South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Simaba obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simaba obovata?

Simaba obovata

What is the common name of Simaba obovata?

Oblong Simaba

What is the natural habitat of Simaba obovata?

Lowland rainforest in South America

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2580360: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.