Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
theobromifolia
ID:
589552

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 10(2): 167. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588884

Common Names

  • Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia
  • Theobroma Daphne
  • Theobroma Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Persea theobromifolia A.H.Gentry [unknown]

Description

Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia (also called Theobroma Daphne, Theobroma Daphne, and Theobroma 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 theobromifolia 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 theobromifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia

Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia is native to Southeast Asia.

Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia?

Theobroma Daphne

What is the growth rate of Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Caryodaphnopsis theobromifolia?

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-2701897: 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.
Howard Scott Gentry (1903-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gentry' in the authors string.
Hans Georg Richter (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Richt.' in the authors string.