Licaria glaberrima - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lundell) C.K.Allen
Source:
tro
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 26: 426 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001070901
Common Names
- Licaria glaberrima
- Glaberrima Licaria
- Licaria Glaberrima
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Licaria glaberrima (also called Licaria glaberrimus, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It typically grows to a height of 10-20 m.
Uses & Benefits
Licaria glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Licaria glaberrima are small, yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Licaria glaberrima is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Licaria glaberrima
Licaria glaberrima is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Species in the Licaria genus
Licaria armeniaca, Licaria debilis, Licaria chrysophylla, Licaria dolichantha, Licaria exserta, Licaria cufodontisii, Licaria brasiliensis, Licaria capitata, Licaria caryophyllata, Licaria caudata, Licaria canella, Licaria oppositifolia, Licaria polyphylla, Licaria peckii, Licaria guatemalensis, Licaria ibarrae, Licaria macrophylla, Licaria tomentosa, Licaria triandra, Licaria trinervis, Licaria vernicosa, Licaria sessiliflora, Licaria agglomerata, Licaria sclerophylla, Licaria nitida, Licaria deltoidea, Licaria comata, Licaria colombiana, Licaria cogolloi, Licaria clarensis, Licaria terminalis, Licaria crassifolia, Licaria guianensis, Licaria aurea, Licaria camara, Licaria campechiana, Licaria cervantesii, Licaria excelsa, Licaria latifolia, Licaria martiniana, Licaria mexicana, Licaria misantlae, Licaria multiflora, Licaria pachycarpa, Licaria pucheri, Licaria quirirafuina, Licaria rigida, Licaria glaberrima, Licaria lucida, Licaria alata,
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 tro-17802837: Based on the initial data import
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
Caroline Kathryn Allen (1904-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.K.Allen' in the authors string.