Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
inaequalis
ID:
589547

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) van der Werff & H.G.Richt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 10(2): 169. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588879

Common Names

  • Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis
  • Unequal Daphne
  • Unequal Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Beilschmiedia inaequalis (A.C.Sm.) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Persea inaequalis A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis (also called Inaequalis Daphne, Inaequalis Daphne, and Inaequalis Laurel, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a stabilizer for sand dunes. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis has small white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m (6 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is typically done by seed, although cuttings can be taken from mature plants. The seeds should be planted in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and can withstand cold temperatures.

Where to Find Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis

Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis FAQ

What is the common name of Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis?

Inequalis Daphne

What is the growth rate of Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Caryodaphnopsis inaequalis?

Moist soils in woodlands and along streams

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-2701892: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Hans Georg Richter (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Richt.' in the authors string.