Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 492 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667708
Common Names
- Endiandra spathulata
- Spatulate Endiandra
- Spatulate Endiandr
Description
Endiandra spathulata (also called Spoon-leaved Walnut, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree with a dense, spreading crown. It is native to New Guinea and is found in rainforest, monsoon forest, and sclerophyll forest.
Uses & Benefits
Endiandra spathulata is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Endiandra spathulata has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is small and round with a yellow-brown color. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Endiandra spathulata is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is usually found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest. It is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Endiandra spathulata
Endiandra spathulata is native to Australia and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.
Endiandra spathulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endiandra spathulata?
Endiandra spathulata
What is the common name of Endiandra spathulata?
Spathulate walnut
What is the natural habitat of Endiandra spathulata?
Rainforests of eastern Australia
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,