Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
scintillans
ID:
509214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) van der Werff & Sach.Nishida

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1236 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508546

Common Names

  • Beilschmiedia scintillans
  • Scintillant Beilschmiedia
  • Scintillant African Violet

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Synonyms

  • Aspidostemon scintillans (Kosterm.) Rohwer [unknown]
  • Cryptocarya scintillans Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Beilschmiedia scintillans (also called Shining Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Lauraceae. It is native to Bhutan, growing in montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia scintillans is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to India. Non-medical uses of this plant include use as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia scintillans has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia scintillans is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and covered lightly with the mix. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and treated with a rooting hormone. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia scintillans

Beilschmiedia scintillans can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia.

Beilschmiedia scintillans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia scintillans?

Beilschmiedia scintillans

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia scintillans?

Scintillans

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia scintillans?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606423: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
Sachiko Nishida: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sach.Nishida' in the authors string.