Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
elegantissima
ID:
562542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 5: 392 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561874

Common Names

  • Elegantissima Walnut
  • Elegantissima Walnut Tree
  • Elegantissima Walnutwood

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Description

Beilschmiedia elegantissima (also called African walnut, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa, growing up to 20 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and a straight, cylindrical trunk. It is found in lowland rainforest, moist evergreen forest, and moist semi-deciduous forest.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia elegantissima is used as a timber tree in the construction of furniture, boats, and other wooden items. It is also used for fuel and as a source of charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia elegantissima has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia elegantissima is a medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10-20 metres. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, from sea level to an altitude of 1,500 metres. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be transplanted when they reach a height of 10-15 cm.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia elegantissima

Beilschmiedia elegantissima is native to South America and can be found in moist, tropical habitats.

Beilschmiedia elegantissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia elegantissima?

Beilschmiedia elegantissima

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia elegantissima?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common names of Beilschmiedia elegantissima?

Elegant Beilschmiedia

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,