Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
cylindrica
ID:
562524

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.K.Lee & Y.T.Wei

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(2): 63 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561856

Common Names

  • Cylindrica Walnut
  • Cylindrica Walnut Tree
  • Cylindrica Walnutwood

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Description

Beilschmiedia cylindrica (also called African walnut, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa, growing up to 20 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and a straight, cylindrical trunk. It is found in lowland rainforest, moist evergreen forest, and moist semi-deciduous forest.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia cylindrica is used as a timber tree in the construction of furniture, boats, and other wooden items. It is also used for fuel and as a source of charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia cylindrica has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia cylindrica is a medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10-20 metres. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, from sea level to an altitude of 1,500 metres. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be transplanted when they reach a height of 10-15 cm.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia cylindrica

Beilschmiedia cylindrica is native to South America and can be found in moist, tropical habitats.

Beilschmiedia cylindrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia cylindrica?

Beilschmiedia cylindrica

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia cylindrica?

Cylindrica

Where is Beilschmiedia cylindrica found?

It is found in tropical Africa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2672428: Based on the initial data import
Shu Kang Lee (b.1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Lee' in the authors string.
Yu(e) Tsung Wei (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Wei' in the authors string.