Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
395673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trécul

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 8: 101 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395005

Common Names

  • Ovata Pourouma
  • Ovata Cabbage Tree
  • Ovata Cabbage Palm

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Synonyms

  • Pourouma longipendula Ducke [unknown]

Description

Pourouma ovata (also called Ovate Pourouma, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands. It has large, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pourouma ovata is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pourouma ovata is a small yellow or white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pourouma ovata is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). Pruning is recommended to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Pourouma ovata

Pourouma ovata is found in French Guiana and Suriname.

Pourouma ovata FAQ

What are the medicinal uses of Pourouma ovata?

Pourouma ovata is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

What is the distribution of Pourouma ovata?

Pourouma ovata is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.

What is the habitat of Pourouma ovata?

Pourouma ovata is found in moist, shady forests, usually near rivers.

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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