Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eugenioides
ID:
365964

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev. ex H.Liu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Laurac. Chine & Indo-Chine : 173 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365296

Common Names

  • Litsea Eugenioides
  • Litsea Eugenioides
  • Litsea Tree

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Description

Litsea eugenioides (also called Eugenioides 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 eugenioides is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, as well as in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Litsea eugenioides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea eugenioides 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 eugenioides

Litsea eugenioides can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Litsea eugenioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea eugenioides?

Litsea eugenioides

What is the common name of Litsea eugenioides?

Eugenioides

What is the natural habitat of Litsea eugenioides?

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,