Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
628850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 27: 184 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628182

Common Names

  • Cryptocarya rotundifolia
  • Rotundifolia Cryptocarya
  • Rotundifolia

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Description

Cryptocarya rotundifolia (also called round-leaved laurel, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae. It grows up to 10 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptocarya rotundifolia is a large evergreen tree with a dense, spreading canopy. It is often used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and its wood is used for furniture and construction. The leaves can be used as a herbal remedy for digestive ailments, and the bark is used for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptocarya rotundifolia has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three to five. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptocarya rotundifolia is an evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical rainforests in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Cryptocarya rotundifolia

Cryptocarya rotundifolia is native to India.

Cryptocarya rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptocarya rotundifolia?

Cryptocarya rotundifolia

What is the common name of Cryptocarya rotundifolia?

Round-leaved walnut

What is the natural habitat of Cryptocarya rotundifolia?

Rainforest

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,