Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
365960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 82 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365292

Common Names

  • Litsea Elmeri
  • Elmer's Litsea
  • Litsea Elmeri

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Description

Litsea elmeri (also called Elmer's Litsea, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to the Philippines. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is often used as a hedge or ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea elmeri is used for its ornamental value, as it is a popular garden plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Litsea elmeri are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea elmeri is a perennial plant, native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Litsea elmeri

Litsea elmeri can be found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.

Litsea elmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea elmeri?

Litsea elmeri

What is the common name of Litsea elmeri?

Elmeri

What is the natural habitat of Litsea elmeri?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Litsea genus

Litsea luzonica, Litsea venulosa, Litsea versteeghii, Litsea virens, Litsea vitiensis, Litsea verticillata, Litsea unita, Litsea urdanetensis, Litsea vanoverberghii, Litsea variabilis, Litsea xantophylla, Litsea whiteana, Litsea whitfordii, Litsea anamo, Litsea andreana, Litsea areolata, Litsea anomala, Litsea boerlagei, Litsea alba, Litsea amicorum, Litsea albida, Litsea alleniana, Litsea alveolata, Litsea artocarpifolia, Litsea albayana, Litsea bernhardensis, Litsea bennettii, Litsea baruringensis, Litsea beusekomii, Litsea bainingensis, Litsea assamica, Litsea aurea, Litsea auricolor, Litsea australis, Litsea barringtonioides, Litsea brookeana, Litsea buinensis, Litsea burckelloides, Litsea caroli, Litsea calophylla, Litsea calophyllantha, Litsea carrii, Litsea aban-gibotii, Litsea cambodiana, Litsea accedentoides, Litsea chartacea, Litsea acrantha, Litsea castanea, Litsea catubigensiskos, Litsea ceramensis,

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,