Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
furfuracea
ID:
562563

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chun ex Hung T.Chang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Acta Sci. Nat. Univ. Sunyatseni 1960(1): 23 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561895

Common Names

  • Furfuracea Walnut
  • Furfuracea Walnut Tree
  • Furfuracea Walnutwood

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Description

Beilschmiedia furfuracea (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 furfuracea 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 furfuracea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and shiny, and its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia furfuracea is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia furfuracea

Beilschmiedia furfuracea can be found in parts of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Beilschmiedia furfuracea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia furfuracea?

Beilschmiedia furfuracea

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia furfuracea?

Scurfy Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia furfuracea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-2672463: Based on the initial data import
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Ho Tseng Chang (b.1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.T.Chang' in the authors string.