Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
michelsonii
ID:
562662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robyns & R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 493 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561994

Common Names

  • Beilschmiedia
  • Michelsonii
  • Beilschmiedia Michelsonii

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Description

Beilschmiedia michelsonii (also called 'Michelson's laurel', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 15m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, and is found in humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia michelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia michelsonii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia michelsonii is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia michelsonii

Beilschmiedia michelsonii is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and Tanzania.

Beilschmiedia michelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia michelsonii?

Beilschmiedia michelsonii

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia michelsonii?

Michelson's Beilschmiedia

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia michelsonii?

It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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-2672554: Based on the initial data import
Frans Hubert Edouard Arthur Walter Robyns (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robyns' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.