Iryanthera lancifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
733000
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 26: 217 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732333
Common Names
- Iryanthera lancifolia
- Lanceleaf Iryanthera
- Lanceleaf Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iryanthera lancifolia (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 lancifolia 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 lancifolia 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 lancifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require a warm, humid environment to ensure successful propagation.
Where to Find Iryanthera lancifolia
Iryanthera lancifolia is native to tropical South America and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Iryanthera lancifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Iryanthera lancifolia?
Lanceolate Iryanthera
What is the scientific name of Lanceolate Iryanthera?
Iryanthera lancifolia
What is the native range of Iryanthera lancifolia?
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
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:130213-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.