Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
dysodantha
ID:
668426

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Jahrb. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 5: 118 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667758

Common Names

  • Dysodant Endlicheria
  • Endlicheria dysodantha
  • Dysodant-flowered Endlicheria

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Synonyms

  • Goeppertia dysodantha (Ruiz & Pav.) Nees [unknown]
  • Laurus dysodantha Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]

Description

Endlicheria dysodantha (also called Dysodont 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 dysodantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Endlicheria dysodantha is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black drupe. The seedlings have a single, oval leaf with a serrated margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endlicheria dysodantha is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 6 m tall. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Endlicheria dysodantha

Endlicheria dysodantha can be found in Central and South America.

Endlicheria dysodantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Endlicheria dysodantha?

Endlicheria dysodantha

What is the common name of Endlicheria dysodantha?

Dysodantha

How tall does Endlicheria dysodantha grow?

Up to 12 m tall

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,

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