Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Krause) Robyns & R.Wilczek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 20: 207 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562162
Common Names
- Zahnii Beilschmiedia
- Zahnii Laurel
- Zahnii Black Laurel
Synonyms
- Tylostemon zahnii K.Krause [unknown]
Description
Beilschmiedia zahnii (also called Chinese Beilschmiedia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall and has alternate, simple leaves. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Beilschmiedia zahnii is used for timber, fuelwood, and construction purposes. It is also used for medicinal purposes in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Beilschmiedia zahnii is yellow and small, with a bell-shaped calyx and five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Beilschmiedia zahnii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, bright position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, bright position.
Where to Find Beilschmiedia zahnii
Beilschmiedia zahnii is native to tropical rainforests in India and Sri Lanka.
Beilschmiedia zahnii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beilschmiedia zahnii?
Beilschmiedia zahnii
What is the family of Beilschmiedia zahnii?
Lauraceae
What is the common name of Beilschmiedia zahnii?
Zahn's Beilschmiedia
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,