Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
opposita
ID:
562706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. Sci. Res. (Jakarta) 1: 115 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562038

Common Names

  • Opposita Beilschmiedia
  • Opposita Walnut
  • Tambul Nut

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Synonyms

  • Apollonias oppositifolia Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Potameia lucida Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Beilschmiedia opposita (also called 'Tasmanian laurel', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright habit, growing to a height of 8m. It has opposite leaves that are dark green above and paler beneath. It is native to Tasmania and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia opposita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak in coastal areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia opposita 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia opposita is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of around 10 cm.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia opposita

Beilschmiedia opposita is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the Congo Basin.

Beilschmiedia opposita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia opposita?

Beilschmiedia opposita

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia opposita?

Opposite Beilschmiedia

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia opposita?

Tropical rainforests

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,