Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lurida
ID:
533334

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 2: 103 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532666



Common Names

  • Amyris lurida
  • Torchwood Lurida
  • Torchwood


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Description

Amyris lurida (also called Torchwood, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, evergreen tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a round crown and grows up to 15 m tall. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and tropical deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Amyris lurida is used as a source of essential oils, as a flavoring agent, and as an ingredient in perfumes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Amyris lurida are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amyris lurida is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m (26 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Amyris lurida

Amyris lurida is native to Central America and South America.

Amyris lurida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amyris lurida?

Amyris lurida

What type of plant is Amyris lurida?

It is a shrub

Where is Amyris lurida found?

It is found in Central and South America

Species in the Amyris genus

Amyris cubensis, Amyris abeggii, Amyris apiculata, Amyris attenuata, Amyris balsamifera, Amyris barbata, Amyris brachybotrys, Amyris brenesii, Amyris carterae, Amyris chiapensis, Amyris conzattii, Amyris cordata, Amyris crebrinervis, Amyris diatrypa, Amyris elemifera, Amyris filipes, Amyris granulata, Amyris guatemalensis, Amyris guianensis, Amyris humboldtii, Amyris ignea, Amyris intermedia, Amyris lineata, Amyris lurida, Amyris macrocarpa, Amyris madrensis, Amyris magnifolia, Amyris marshii, Amyris metopioides, Amyris mexicana, Amyris monophylla, Amyris multijuga, Amyris oblanceolata, Amyris pernambucensis, Amyris phlebotaenioides, Amyris pinnata, Amyris plumieri, Amyris polymorpha, Amyris polyneura, Amyris pungens, Amyris purpusii, Amyris rekoi, Amyris rhomboidea, Amyris robinsonii, Amyris sandemanii, Amyris staminosa, Amyris stromatophylla, Amyris terebinthifolia, Amyris texana, Amyris thyrsiflora,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

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