Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
653073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) P.K.Endress

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 90: 30 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652405

Common Names

  • Distyliopsis laurifolia
  • Laurifolia Distyliopsis
  • Laurifolia Distyliopsis

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Synonyms

  • Distylium velutinum Hu [unknown]
  • Sycopsis laurifolia Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Distyliopsis laurifolia (also called Laurifolia False Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Taiwan. It has glossy, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Distyliopsis laurifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Distyliopsis laurifolia are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distyliopsis laurifolia can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Distyliopsis laurifolia

Distyliopsis laurifolia is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found growing in moist forests and along streams at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Distyliopsis laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distyliopsis laurifolia?

Distyliopsis laurifolia

What is the common name of Distyliopsis laurifolia?

Laurifolia

What is the natural habitat of Distyliopsis laurifolia?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773280: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Peter Karl Endress (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.K.Endress' in the authors string.