Status:
valid
Authors:
Robi, Udayan & S.George
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 266: 282 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346059
Common Names
- Jacob's Beilschmiedia
- Beilschmiedia jacobii
- Jacob's Beilschmiedia
Description
Beilschmiedia jacobii (also called 'Jacob's Beilschmiedia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to India, and is found in wet, shady habitats. It has bright green, ovate leaves and produces clusters of white, pink and purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Beilschmiedia jacobii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Beilschmiedia jacobii has small, yellowish-white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Beilschmiedia jacobii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It is best grown in an area with high humidity and temperatures between 10-25°C. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not wet, and to avoid direct sunlight.
Where to Find Beilschmiedia jacobii
Beilschmiedia jacobii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Beilschmiedia jacobii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia jacobii?
Beilschmiedia jacobii
What is the common name of Beilschmiedia jacobii?
Jacob's Beilschmiedia
What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia jacobii?
Tropical 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,
References
A.J. Robi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robi' in the authors string.
Satheesh George: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.George' in the authors string.