Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
argentea
ID:
668404

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chanderb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 91: 110 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667736

Common Names

  • Endlicheria argentea
  • Silver Ironwood
  • Silver Tree

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Description

Endlicheria argentea (also called Silver Endlicheria, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to Australia, New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forests. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and white or cream-coloured flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Endlicheria argentea has been used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Endlicheria argentea 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endlicheria argentea is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Endlicheria argentea

Endlicheria argentea can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Endlicheria argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Endlicheria argentea?

Endlicheria argentea

What is the common name of Endlicheria argentea?

Argentea walnut

What is the natural habitat of Endlicheria argentea?

Rainforests of eastern Australia

Species in the Endlicheria genus

Endlicheria acuminata, Endlicheria anomala, Endlicheria arachnocome, Endlicheria arenosa, Endlicheria argentea, Endlicheria arunciflora, Endlicheria aurea, Endlicheria bracteata, Endlicheria bracteolata, Endlicheria browniana, Endlicheria bullata, Endlicheria canescens, Endlicheria chalisea, Endlicheria chrysovelutina, Endlicheria citriodora, Endlicheria cocuirey, Endlicheria columbiana, Endlicheria coriacea, Endlicheria dictifarinosa, Endlicheria directonervia, Endlicheria duotincta, Endlicheria dysodantha, Endlicheria ferruginosa, Endlicheria formosa, Endlicheria glomerata, Endlicheria gracilis, Endlicheria griseosericea, Endlicheria jefensis, Endlicheria klugii, Endlicheria krukovii, Endlicheria levelii, Endlicheria lhotzkyi, Endlicheria longicaudata, Endlicheria lorastemon, Endlicheria macrophylla, Endlicheria melinonii, Endlicheria metallica, Endlicheria mishuyacensis, Endlicheria multiflora, Endlicheria nilssonii, Endlicheria oreocola, Endlicheria paniculata, Endlicheria paradoxa, Endlicheria punctulata, Endlicheria pyriformis, Endlicheria reflectens, Endlicheria robusta, Endlicheria rubiflora, Endlicheria rubra, Endlicheria ruforamula,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2788967: Based on the initial data import
Andre Chanderbali (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chanderb.' in the authors string.