Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
fordii
ID:
562557

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 45: 404 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561889

Common Names

  • Fordii Walnut
  • Fordii Walnut Tree
  • Fordii Walnutwood

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Description

Beilschmiedia fordii (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 fordii 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 fordii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and shiny, and its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia fordii is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is best grown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia fordii

Beilschmiedia fordii can be found in parts of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Beilschmiedia fordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia fordii?

Beilschmiedia fordii

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia fordii?

Ford's Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia fordii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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