Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blanco) Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 4: 254 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628002
Common Names
- Laurel-flowered Cryptocarya
- Laurel-flowered Laurel
- Laurel-flowered Walnut
Synonyms
- Salgada lauriflora Blanco [unknown]
- Cryptocarya luzoniensis S.Vidal [unknown]
- Eusideroxylon lauriflora (Blanco) J.Schultze-Motel [unknown]
- Salgada laurifolia Blanco [unknown]
Description
Cryptocarya lauriflora (also called Lauriflora Cryptocarya, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the Lauraceae family. It is native to southern China and Taiwan, and is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests. It typically grows to a height of 15–20 m (49–66 ft).
Uses & Benefits
Cryptocarya lauriflora is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood is used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. The leaves are used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cryptocarya lauriflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cryptocarya lauriflora is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m (50 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, shaded area and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and rooted in a warm, moist, shaded area.
Where to Find Cryptocarya lauriflora
Cryptocarya lauriflora is native to tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Cryptocarya lauriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptocarya lauriflora?
Cryptocarya lauriflora
What is the common name of Cryptocarya lauriflora?
Lauriflora Laurel
What is the natural habitat of Cryptocarya lauriflora?
Cryptocarya lauriflora is native to tropical rainforests in South East Asia
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,