Litsea laevifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm. ex H.H.Pham
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Unknown Publ. 1991
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000036254
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Litsea laevifolia (also called Smooth-leaved Litsea, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to the Himalayas, China, and Taiwan. It grows in moist forests and can reach heights of up to 20 meters. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its bark is light brown. Its flowers are white and its fruits are ovoid drupes.
Uses & Benefits
Litsea laevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Litsea laevifolia has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Litsea laevifolia is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some shade. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Litsea laevifolia
Litsea laevifolia is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.
Litsea laevifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Litsea laevifolia?
Litsea laevifolia
What is the family of Litsea laevifolia?
Lauraceae
What is the native range of Litsea laevifolia?
China
Species in the Litsea genus
Litsea luzonica, Litsea venulosa, Litsea versteeghii, Litsea virens, Litsea vitiensis, Litsea verticillata, Litsea unita, Litsea urdanetensis, Litsea vanoverberghii, Litsea variabilis, Litsea xantophylla, Litsea whiteana, Litsea whitfordii, Litsea anamo, Litsea andreana, Litsea areolata, Litsea anomala, Litsea boerlagei, Litsea alba, Litsea amicorum, Litsea albida, Litsea alleniana, Litsea alveolata, Litsea artocarpifolia, Litsea albayana, Litsea bernhardensis, Litsea bennettii, Litsea baruringensis, Litsea beusekomii, Litsea bainingensis, Litsea assamica, Litsea aurea, Litsea auricolor, Litsea australis, Litsea barringtonioides, Litsea brookeana, Litsea buinensis, Litsea burckelloides, Litsea caroli, Litsea calophylla, Litsea calophyllantha, Litsea carrii, Litsea aban-gibotii, Litsea cambodiana, Litsea accedentoides, Litsea chartacea, Litsea acrantha, Litsea castanea, Litsea catubigensiskos, Litsea ceramensis,
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,