Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 85 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561995
Common Names
- Beilschmiedia
- Micrantha
- Beilschmiedia Micrantha
Synonyms
- Beilschmiedia micrantha latifolia Merr. [unknown]
Description
Beilschmiedia micrantha (also called 'Small-flowered laurel', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 15m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, and is found in humid habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Beilschmiedia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Beilschmiedia micrantha has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The flowers are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Beilschmiedia micrantha is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Beilschmiedia micrantha
Beilschmiedia micrantha is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and Tanzania.
Beilschmiedia micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia micrantha?
Beilschmiedia micrantha
What is the common name of Beilschmiedia micrantha?
Micrantha Beilschmiedia
What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia micrantha?
It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
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,