Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
alticola
ID:
628430

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 298 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627762

Common Names

  • Cryptocarya alticola
  • Alticola Cryptocarya
  • Alticola's Cryptocarya

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Description

Cryptocarya alticola (also called 'Alpine Cryptocarya, among many other common names) is a large tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to eastern Asia, where it is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptocarya alticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin ailments and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cryptocarya alticola are white or cream-colored, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptocarya alticola is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical rainforests of Australia and New Guinea. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade.

Where to Find Cryptocarya alticola

Cryptocarya alticola can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Cryptocarya alticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptocarya alticola?

Cryptocarya alticola

What is the family of Cryptocarya alticola?

Lauraceae

What is the common name of Cryptocarya alticola?

Mountain Cryptocarya

Species in the Cryptocarya genus

Cryptocarya balakrishnanii, Cryptocarya cavei, Cryptocarya whiffiniana, Cryptocarya agathophylla, Cryptocarya biswasii, Cryptocarya botelhensis, Cryptocarya dekae, Cryptocarya glabriflora, Cryptocarya krameri, Cryptocarya litoralis, Cryptocarya ovalifolia, Cryptocarya retusa, Cryptocarya revoluta, Cryptocarya riedeliana, Cryptocarya sellowiana, Cryptocarya septentrionalis, Cryptocarya subtriplinervia, Cryptocarya velloziana, Cryptocarya wiedensis, Cryptocarya acuminata, Cryptocarya acutifolia, Cryptocarya ainikinii, Cryptocarya alba, Cryptocarya albifrons, Cryptocarya alleniana, Cryptocarya alseodaphnifolia, Cryptocarya alticola, Cryptocarya ampla, Cryptocarya amygdalina, Cryptocarya anamalayana, Cryptocarya andamanica, Cryptocarya angica, Cryptocarya angulata, Cryptocarya angustifolia, Cryptocarya apamifolia, Cryptocarya archboldiana, Cryptocarya arfakensis, Cryptocarya argyrophylla, Cryptocarya aristata, Cryptocarya aschersoniana, Cryptocarya atra, Cryptocarya aurea, Cryptocarya aureobrunnea, Cryptocarya aureosericea, Cryptocarya austro-kweichouensis, Cryptocarya bamagana, Cryptocarya barbellata, Cryptocarya beddomei, Cryptocarya beilschmiediifolia, Cryptocarya bellendenkerana,

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,