Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
pyriformis
ID:
668471

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Jahrb. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 5: 116 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667803

Common Names

  • Endlicheria pyriformis
  • Pyriformis Endlicheria
  • Pyriformis

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Synonyms

  • Aniba flexuosa A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cryptocarya pyriformis Nees [unknown]
  • Endlicheria glaberrima Mez [unknown]
  • Mespilodaphne pyriformis Nees ex Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Endlicheria pyriformis (also called Pear-shaped Endlicheria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is found in the Amazonian region of Peru and Ecuador, and grows in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Endlicheria pyriformis 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 pyriformis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endlicheria pyriformis 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 pyriformis

Endlicheria pyriformis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Endlicheria pyriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Endlicheria pyriformis?

Endlicheria pyriformis

What type of plant is Endlicheria pyriformis?

It is a type of tree

What is the natural habitat of Endlicheria pyriformis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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-2789026: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.