Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
tovarensis
ID:
562802

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Meisn.) Sachiko Nishida

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 86: 696 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562134

Common Names

  • Tovarensis Beilschmiedia
  • Tovarensis Laurel
  • Tovarensis Black Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Hufelandia tovariensis Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Beilschmiedia tovarensis (also called Tovarensis Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Venezuela. It grows in evergreen broad-leaved forests, at an altitude of 1000-2000m.

Uses & Benefits

Beilschmiedia tovarensis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beilschmiedia tovarensis 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 tovarensis is a small to medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 8-15 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood shoots, and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Beilschmiedia tovarensis

Beilschmiedia tovarensis is native to Venezuela.

Beilschmiedia tovarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia tovarensis?

Beilschmiedia tovarensis

What is the family of Beilschmiedia tovarensis?

Lauraceae

What is the common name of Beilschmiedia tovarensis?

Tawa

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-2672682: Based on the initial data import
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Sachiko Nishida: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sach.Nishida' in the authors string.