Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Hyland & Floyd
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 2: 198 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628088
Common Names
- Nova-anglica Cryptocarya
- Nova-anglica Laurel
- Nova-anglica Walnut
Description
Cryptocarya nova-anglica (also called New England Laurel, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to the subtropical rainforests of eastern Australia, where it is found in moist gullies and along streams. It prefers a moist, sheltered, and partly shaded position.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptocarya nova-anglica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used for making tea and for medicinal purposes. The wood of this plant is used for making furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cryptocarya nova-anglica are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cryptocarya nova-anglica is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree, up to 20 m tall. It is usually found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest. It is best propagated from fresh seed, which should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix. The seed should be lightly covered, and kept moist until germination occurs. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Cryptocarya nova-anglica
Cryptocarya nova-anglica is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is found in the wild in moist forests and along streams.
Cryptocarya nova-anglica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptocarya nova-anglica?
Cryptocarya nova-anglica
What is the common name of Cryptocarya nova-anglica?
Cryptocarya nova-anglica
What is the family of Cryptocarya nova-anglica?
Lauraceae
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,