Status:
valid
Authors:
Benoist
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. (Forlì) 5: 63 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667791
Common Names
- Endlicheria melinonii
- Melinonii Endlicheria
- Melinonii
Description
Endlicheria melinonii (also called Red Mahogany, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m.
Uses & Benefits
Endlicheria melinonii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Endlicheria melinonii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow stigma. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Endlicheria melinonii 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 melinonii
Endlicheria melinonii can be found in Central and South America.
Endlicheria melinonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endlicheria melinonii?
Endlicheria melinonii
What is the common name of Endlicheria melinonii?
Melinon's endlicheria
Where is Endlicheria melinonii native to?
Brazil
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,