Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
562703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sach.Nishida

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 343 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562035

Common Names

  • Oligantha Beilschmiedia
  • Oligantha Walnut
  • Tambul Nut

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Description

Beilschmiedia oligantha (also called 'Tasmanian laurel', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright habit, growing to a height of 8m. It has oblong leaves with few veins that are dark green above and paler beneath. It is native to Tasmania and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia oligantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak in coastal areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia oligantha has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The flowers are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia oligantha is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 25 m. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of about 15 cm. The tree prefers full sun and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is drought-tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia oligantha

Beilschmiedia oligantha is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the Congo Basin.

Beilschmiedia oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia oligantha?

Beilschmiedia oligantha

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia oligantha?

Few-flowered Beilschmiedia

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia oligantha?

Tropical rainforests

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-2672591: Based on the initial data import
Sachiko Nishida: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sach.Nishida' in the authors string.