Status:
valid
Authors:
Robyns & R.Wilczek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 489 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561953
Common Names
- Beilschmiedia Lebrunii
- Lebrun's Beilschmiedia
- Lebrun's Beilschmiedia Tree
Description
Beilschmiedia lebrunii (also called Lebrun's Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a small tree or shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical West Africa, from Liberia to Cameroon, and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Beilschmiedia lebrunii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Beilschmiedia lebrunii has white flowers with yellow anthers and a rounded seed capsule. The seedlings have elliptic to ovate leaves and a white-tomentose stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Beilschmiedia lebrunii is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune regularly to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Beilschmiedia lebrunii
Beilschmiedia lebrunii is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and Tanzania.
Beilschmiedia lebrunii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia lebrunii?
Beilschmiedia lebrunii
What is the common name of Beilschmiedia lebrunii?
Lebrun's Ironwood
What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia lebrunii?
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,