Description
Alseodaphne kochummenii (also called Kochummen's Alseodaphne, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China, and is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Alseodaphne kochummenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Alseodaphne kochummenii is small, yellowish-white, fragrant and bisexual. The seed is small, ovoid and black. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alseodaphne kochummenii is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and smooth, grey bark. The leaves are leathery, glossy, and dark green. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant, and appear in clusters in the spring. The fruit is a small, round, black drupe. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.