Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
acuta
ID:
562455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 22: 137 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561787

Common Names

  • Beilschmiedia
  • Acuta
  • Beilschmiedia Acuta

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Synonyms

  • Tylostemon acutifolius Engl. & K.Krause [unknown]
  • Beilschmiedia acutifolia (Engl. & K.Krause) Robyns & R.Wilczek [illegitimate]

Description

Beilschmiedia acuta (also called Acute Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of up to 5 meters. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia acuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia acuta has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and are covered in small, white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia acuta is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia acuta

Beilschmiedia acuta can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Beilschmiedia acuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia acuta?

Beilschmiedia acuta

What type of plant is Beilschmiedia acuta?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Beilschmiedia acuta found?

Central and South America

Species in the Beilschmiedia genus

Beilschmiedia glandulosa, Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica, Beilschmiedia bhutanica, Beilschmiedia scintillans, Beilschmiedia telupidensis, Beilschmiedia aborensis, Beilschmiedia acuta, Beilschmiedia acutifolia, Beilschmiedia alata, Beilschmiedia alloiophylla, Beilschmiedia ambigua, Beilschmiedia anacardioides, Beilschmiedia anay, Beilschmiedia angustielliptica, Beilschmiedia angustifolia, Beilschmiedia appendiculata, Beilschmiedia argentata, Beilschmiedia assamica, Beilschmiedia auriculata, Beilschmiedia balansae, Beilschmiedia bancroftii, Beilschmiedia bangkae, Beilschmiedia baotingensis, Beilschmiedia barensis, Beilschmiedia batangensis, Beilschmiedia berteroana, Beilschmiedia brachystachys, Beilschmiedia brachythyrsa, Beilschmiedia bracteata, Beilschmiedia brandisii, Beilschmiedia brasiliensis, Beilschmiedia brevifolia, Beilschmiedia brevipaniculata, Beilschmiedia brunnea, Beilschmiedia calcitranthera, Beilschmiedia caloneura, Beilschmiedia castrisinensis, Beilschmiedia caudata, Beilschmiedia chevalieri, Beilschmiedia cinnamomea, Beilschmiedia clarkei, Beilschmiedia collina, Beilschmiedia conferta, Beilschmiedia congestiflora, Beilschmiedia congolana, Beilschmiedia corbisieri, Beilschmiedia costaricensis, Beilschmiedia crassa, Beilschmiedia crassifolia, Beilschmiedia crassipes,

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,