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ottoschulzia
Scientific Name: Ottoschulzia
Family: Icacinaceae
Category: Dicot
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Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon
Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon is a rare species of tree, also known by the common name pincho palo de rosa or simply palo de rosa (Spanish for "rosewood").
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The text mentions that the plant can reach a height of 45 feet. Be mindful of the potential for falling debris as the tree matures.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon (Urb.) Urb.
- Family: Icacinaceae
- Genus: Ottoschulzia
- Type Species: Ottoschulzia cubensis (C. Wright ex Griseb.) Urb.
- Synonyms: The Plant List records four species names for the genus Ottoschulzia, indicating the presence of synonyms, but these are not specified in this text.
Distribution and Habitat
- Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon is native to Puerto Rico and Hispaniola (Dominican Republic).
- It is considered an endangered species due to the isolation and reduced size of its population.
Morphological Characteristics
- Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon is a small tree, reaching up to 45 feet in height and a diameter of 16 inches.
- It is an evergreen tree, reaching 4 to 5 meters in some locations.
- The leaves are alternate.
- One characteristic is its fluted trunk.
Ecological Role
- It is found in freshwater wetland areas.
- The species is endangered.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Ottoschulzia cubensis may be a preferred fruit for some animals at a different level of ripeness.
Further Information
- GRIN: Ottoschulzia Urb. (+species list (WARNING: containing synonymes))
- Discover Life: Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon - Pincho palo de rosa
- Tropicos: Ottoschulzia rhodoxylon (Urb.) Urb.