Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
sericea
ID:
668479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 38 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667811

Common Names

  • Endlicheria sericea
  • Sericea Endlicheria
  • Sericea

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Synonyms

  • Laurus splendens Forsyth ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Aniba sericea (Nees) Brooks [unknown]
  • Aydendron sericeum (Nees) Griseb. [unknown]
  • Endlicheria guadalupensis Mez [unknown]
  • Goeppertia sericea (Nees) Nees [unknown]
  • Goeppertia sericea opaca Meisn. [unknown]
  • Laurus sericea Hook. ex Nees [unknown]

Description

Endlicheria sericea (also called Silky 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 sericea 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 sericea 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 sericea is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Endlicheria sericea

Endlicheria sericea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Endlicheria sericea FAQ

What is the common name of Endlicheria sprucei?

Spruce's Endlicheria

What is the scientific name of Spruce's Endlicheria?

Endlicheria sprucei

What is the family of Endlicheria sprucei?

Lauraceae

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,