Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
tirunelvelica
ID:
507307

Status:
valid

Authors:
Manickam, Murugan, Jothi & Sundaresan

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 24: 407 (2006 publ. 2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506639

Common Names

  • Tirunelvelica Beilschmiedia
  • Tirunelvelica Beilschmiedias
  • Tirunelvelica's Beilschmiedia

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Synonyms

  • Potameia tirunelvelica (Manickam, Murugan, Jothi & Sundaresan) M.Gangop. [unknown]

Description

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica (also called Tirunelveli Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is an evergreen tree that grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica is used as a timber tree in India and its wood is used for making furniture, agricultural implements, and for fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m (20 ft) tall. It is usually found in moist soils, and is tolerant of drought and salt. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination should occur within two to four weeks.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica?

Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica?

Tirunelvelica Beilschmiedia

What is the natural habitat of Beilschmiedia tirunelvelica?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

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-2603782: Based on the initial data import
Visuvasam Sosai Manickam (1944-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manickam' in the authors string.
Chidambaram Murugan (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murugan' in the authors string.
V. Sundaresan (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sundaresan' in the authors string.
G.J. Jothi (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jothi' in the authors string.