Ocotea foetens
Ocotea foetens, commonly known as Til, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean. Renowned for its aromatic, fragrant foliage and dense canopy, it thrives in coastal regions. Beyond its ornamental value, this species holds significant ecological importance, providing essential shelter and resources within diverse forest ecosystems.
- Scientific name: Ocotea foetens
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Laurales and the family Lauraceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Ocotea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ocotea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution centered within the Macaronesian region. It is primarily found inhabiting the natural landscapes of the Canary Islands. Additionally, its presence extends to the lush environments of Madeira. These two island archipelagos serve as the main habitats for this particular species. Consequently, its range is quite restricted to these unique Atlantic territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Madeira | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ocotea foetens has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |