Iryanthera laevis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
732999
Status:
valid
Authors:
Markgr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 965 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732332
Common Names
- Iryanthera laevis
- Laevis Iryanthera
- Laevis Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iryanthera laevis (also called campina, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Myristicaceae family. It is native to tropical South America, where it is found in Brazil. It typically grows in lowland forests and in secondary forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Iryanthera laevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iryanthera laevis is white with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iryanthera laevis is a tropical tree native to South America. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly. Once established, the tree is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Iryanthera laevis
Iryanthera laevis is native to tropical South America and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Iryanthera laevis FAQ
What is the common name of Iryanthera laevis?
Smooth Iryanthera
What is the scientific name of Smooth Iryanthera?
Iryanthera laevis
What is the native range of Iryanthera laevis?
Brazil
Species in the Iryanthera genus
Iryanthera campinae, Iryanthera dialyandra, Iryanthera elliptica, Iryanthera hostmannii, Iryanthera juruensis, Iryanthera laevis, Iryanthera lancifolia, Iryanthera macrophylla, Iryanthera megistophylla, Iryanthera obovata, Iryanthera paradoxa, Iryanthera paraensis, Iryanthera tricornis, Iryanthera sagotiana, Iryanthera tessmannii, Iryanthera crassifolia, Iryanthera megistocarpa, Iryanthera olacoides, Iryanthera grandis, Iryanthera polyneura, Iryanthera coriacea, Iryanthera inpae,
Species in the Myristicaceae family
Bicuiba oleifera, Brochoneura usambarensis, Coelocaryon botryoides, Coelocaryon oxycarpum, Coelocaryon preussii, Coelocaryon sphaerocarpum, Compsoneura anoriensis, Compsoneura atopa, Compsoneura capitellata, Compsoneura claroensis, Compsoneura cuatrecasasii, Compsoneura debilis, Compsoneura diazii, Compsoneura excelsa, Compsoneura lapidiflora, Compsoneura mexicana, Compsoneura mutisii, Compsoneura racemosa, Compsoneura rigidifolia, Compsoneura schultesiana, Compsoneura sprucei, Compsoneura trianae, Compsoneura ulei, Doyleanthus arillata, Endocomia canarioides, Endocomia macrocoma, Endocomia rufirachis, Endocomia virella, Gymnacranthera bancana, Gymnacranthera canarica, Gymnacranthera contracta, Gymnacranthera farquhariana, Gymnacranthera forbesii, Gymnacranthera maliliensis, Gymnacranthera ocellata, Haematodendron glabrum, Horsfieldia ampla, Horsfieldia ampliformis, Horsfieldia amplomontana, Horsfieldia amygdalina, Horsfieldia androphora, Horsfieldia angularis, Horsfieldia aruana, Horsfieldia atjehensis, Horsfieldia australiana, Horsfieldia basifissa, Horsfieldia borneensis, Horsfieldia brachiata, Horsfieldia carnosa, Horsfieldia clavata,
References
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:130212-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.