Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
calcitranthera
ID:
562500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fouilloy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 4: 327 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561832

Common Names

  • Beilschmiedia calcitranthera
  • Calcitranthera Beilschmiedia
  • Calcitranthera Laurel

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Description

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera (also called Calcitranther Beilschmiedia, Calcitranther Beilschmiedia, and Calcitranther Beilschmiedia among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with small, oval-shaped, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is best grown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia calcitranthera

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America and can be found in the Amazon Basin.

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia calcitranthera?

Beilschmiedia calcitranthera

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia calcitranthera?

Calcitranthera

Where is Beilschmiedia calcitranthera found?

It is found in tropical Africa

Species in the Beilschmiedia genus

Beilschmiedia glandulosa, Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica, Beilschmiedia bhutanica, Beilschmiedia scintillans, Beilschmiedia telupidensis, Beilschmiedia aborensis, Beilschmiedia acuta, Beilschmiedia acutifolia, Beilschmiedia alata, Beilschmiedia alloiophylla, Beilschmiedia ambigua, Beilschmiedia anacardioides, Beilschmiedia anay, Beilschmiedia angustielliptica, Beilschmiedia angustifolia, Beilschmiedia appendiculata, Beilschmiedia argentata, Beilschmiedia assamica, Beilschmiedia auriculata, Beilschmiedia balansae, Beilschmiedia bancroftii, Beilschmiedia bangkae, Beilschmiedia baotingensis, Beilschmiedia barensis, Beilschmiedia batangensis, Beilschmiedia berteroana, Beilschmiedia brachystachys, Beilschmiedia brachythyrsa, Beilschmiedia bracteata, Beilschmiedia brandisii, Beilschmiedia brasiliensis, Beilschmiedia brevifolia, Beilschmiedia brevipaniculata, Beilschmiedia brunnea, Beilschmiedia calcitranthera, Beilschmiedia caloneura, Beilschmiedia castrisinensis, Beilschmiedia caudata, Beilschmiedia chevalieri, Beilschmiedia cinnamomea, Beilschmiedia clarkei, Beilschmiedia collina, Beilschmiedia conferta, Beilschmiedia congestiflora, Beilschmiedia congolana, Beilschmiedia corbisieri, Beilschmiedia costaricensis, Beilschmiedia crassa, Beilschmiedia crassifolia, Beilschmiedia crassipes,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2672406: Based on the initial data import
R. Fouilloy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fouilloy' in the authors string.