Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
rwandensis
ID:
562763

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 44: 442 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562095

Common Names

  • Beilschmiedia rwandensis
  • Rwandan Beilschmiedia
  • Rwandan Laurel

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Description

Beilschmiedia rwandensis (also called Rwandan Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 20 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia rwandensis is used for timber, fuelwood, and construction purposes. It is also used for medicinal purposes in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia rwandensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia rwandensis is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of around 10 cm.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia rwandensis

Beilschmiedia rwandensis can be found in parts of Africa, including Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Beilschmiedia rwandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia rwandensis?

Beilschmiedia rwandensis

What type of plant is Beilschmiedia rwandensis?

Evergreen tree

Where does Beilschmiedia rwandensis grow?

It is native to Rwanda

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-2672647: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.