Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
schmitzii
ID:
562765

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robyns & R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 474 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562097

Common Names

  • Beilschmiedia schmitzii
  • Schmitz's Beilschmiedia
  • Schmitz's Laurel

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Description

Beilschmiedia schmitzii (also called Schmitz's Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 25 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 80 cm. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia schmitzii 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 schmitzii 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 schmitzii

Beilschmiedia schmitzii is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Gabon.

Beilschmiedia schmitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia schmitzii?

Beilschmiedia schmitzii

What type of plant is Beilschmiedia schmitzii?

Evergreen tree

Where does Beilschmiedia schmitzii grow?

It is native to tropical Africa

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-2672649: 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.