Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutissima
ID:
366386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1910: 357 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365718

Common Names

  • Litsea hirsutissima
  • Very Hairy Litsea
  • Very Hairy Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Litsea hirsutior Kosterm. [valid]
  • Tetranthera amara fuscotomentosa Meisn. [unknown]
  • Litsea umbellata fuscotomentosa (Meisn.) I.M.Turner [valid]
  • Litsea hirsutissima geniculata Gamble [unknown]
  • Litsea amara fuscotomentosa (Meisn.) Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Litsea hirsutissima (also called Very hairy litsea, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the Philippines. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea hirsutissima is used as an ornamental plant and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Litsea hirsutissima is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea hirsutissima is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Young plants should be protected from strong winds and direct sunlight.

Where to Find Litsea hirsutissima

Litsea hirsutissima is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Litsea hirsutissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea hirsutissima?

Litsea hirsutissima

What is the common name of Litsea hirsutissima?

Hairy-leaf Litsea

What is the natural habitat of Litsea hirsutissima?

It is native to China, India, and 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,

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