Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Hyland
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 2: 245 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667683
Common Names
- Phaeocarpa Walnut
- Phaeocarpa Endiandra
- Phaeocarpa Walnut Tree
Description
Endiandra phaeocarpa (also called Dark-fruited Satinash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lauraceae. It is native to Australia and can be found in rainforest habitats. It is a small tree with glossy green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Endiandra phaeocarpa is used as a source of timber and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Endiandra phaeocarpa has white flowers with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Endiandra phaeocarpa is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Endiandra phaeocarpa are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Endiandra phaeocarpa is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to individual pots and grown on in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Endiandra phaeocarpa
Endiandra phaeocarpa is native to tropical rainforests in Queensland, Australia. It can be found in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
Endiandra phaeocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endiandra phaeocarpa?
Endiandra phaeocarpa
What is the family of Endiandra phaeocarpa?
Lauraceae
What is the distribution of Endiandra phaeocarpa?
Endemic to New Caledonia
Species in the Endiandra genus
Endiandra acuminata,
Endiandra aggregata,
Endiandra albiramea,
Endiandra aneityensis,
Endiandra anthropophagorum,
Endiandra archboldiana,
Endiandra arfakensis,
Endiandra asymmerrica,
Endiandra baillonii,
Endiandra beccariana,
Endiandra bellendenkerana,
Endiandra bessaphila,
Endiandra brassii,
Endiandra bullata,
Endiandra carrii,
Endiandra chartacea,
Endiandra clavigera,
Endiandra clemensii,
Endiandra collinsii,
Endiandra compressa,
Endiandra cooperana,
Endiandra coriacea,
Endiandra cowleyana,
Endiandra crassiflora,
Endiandra cuneata,
Endiandra cyphellophora,
Endiandra dichrophylla,
Endiandra dielsiana,
Endiandra discolor,
Endiandra djamuensis,
Endiandra dolichocarpa,
Endiandra elaeocarpa,
Endiandra elongata,
Endiandra engleriana,
Endiandra euadenia,
Endiandra eusideroxylocarpa,
Endiandra faceta,
Endiandra ferruginea,
Endiandra firma,
Endiandra flavinervis,
Endiandra floydii,
Endiandra forbesii,
Endiandra formicaria,
Endiandra fulva,
Endiandra gem,
Endiandra gemopsis,
Endiandra gillespiei,
Endiandra glauca,
Endiandra globosa,
Endiandra grandifolia,
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,