Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Species:
wallichii
ID:
725646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f. & Thomson) Warb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 68: 305 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724979



Common Names

  • Horsfieldia Wallichii
  • Wallichii Horsfieldia
  • Horsfieldia Wallichi


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Description

Horsfieldia wallichii (also called Wallich's Indian Bay Leaf, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense crown and a greyish-brown bark. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfieldia wallichii is used as a timber tree for construction and furniture making. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Horsfieldia wallichii is a small, yellow-green, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedling is a small, green, leafy plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia wallichii is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Horsfieldia wallichii

Horsfieldia wallichii is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Horsfieldia wallichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia wallichii?

Horsfieldia wallichii

What is the family of Horsfieldia wallichii?

Myristicaceae

What is the habitat of Horsfieldia wallichii?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Horsfieldia genus

References