Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
ortegae
ID:
425231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marc.-Berti & J.Bautista

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Pittieria 24: 63 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424563

Common Names

  • Vochysia ortegae
  • Ortegae Vochysia
  • Ortegae Tree

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Description

Vochysia ortegae (also called Ortega's Vochysia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and a smooth grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and humid climates.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia ortegae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vochysia ortegae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia ortegae can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vochysia ortegae

Vochysia ortegae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vochysia ortegae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia ortegae?

Vochysia ortegae

What is the common name of Vochysia ortegae?

Ortega's Vochysia

What is the natural habitat of Vochysia ortegae?

Vochysia ortegae is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2461073: Based on the initial data import
Luis Marcano-Berti (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marc.-Berti' in the authors string.
J. Bautista Bautista: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Bautista' in the authors string.