Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
366087

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 462 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365419

Common Names

  • Licaria tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Licaria
  • Tomentosa Licaria Tree

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Description

Licaria tomentosa (also called Woolly Licaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lauraceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, montane forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Licaria tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and its edible fruits. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licaria tomentosa has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licaria tomentosa is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Licaria tomentosa

Licaria tomentosa is native to Mexico and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Licaria tomentosa FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Licaria tomentosa?

Licaria tomentosa prefers slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.

What is the optimal temperature for Licaria tomentosa?

Licaria tomentosa prefers temperatures between 20-30 degrees Celsius.

What is the optimal light for Licaria tomentosa?

Licaria tomentosa prefers bright indirect light.

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 kew-2351898: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.