Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indoverticillata
ID:
1581274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robi & Udayan

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 303(3): 285 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042547

Common Names

  • Litsea indoverticillata
  • Indoverticillate Litsea
  • Indoverticillate Liteseas

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Description

Litsea indoverticillata (also called Litsea indoverticillata, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea indoverticillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of honey and as a source of food for some animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Litsea indoverticillata has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a terminal inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are initially erect but become prostrate as they mature.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea indoverticillata is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. The plants should be kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Litsea indoverticillata

Litsea indoverticillata is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Litsea indoverticillata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Litsea indoverticillata?

Litsea indoverticillata is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.

What are the growth requirements of Litsea indoverticillata?

Litsea indoverticillata prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

What is the average size of Litsea indoverticillata?

Litsea indoverticillata typically grows to be about 10-15 feet tall.

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,