Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
putaoensis
ID:
1539271

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Li, Y.H.Tan & J.Li

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 138: 34. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020950


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Description

Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis (also called Putao Alseodaphnopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and mats. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size.

Where to Find Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis

Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis can be found in the evergreen forests of Myanmar.

Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis?

Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis

What type of plant is Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis?

A shrub

Where is Alseodaphnopsis putaoensis found?

Northern Myanmar

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,