Litsea irianensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bibliogr. Laurac. : 833 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365676
Common Names
- Litsea Irianensis
- Irianensis Litsea
- Litsea Irianensis Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Dehaasia novoguineensis Kosterm. [unknown]
Description
Litsea irianensis (also called Irian Litsea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Indonesia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Litsea irianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is also used to make essential oils and perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Litsea irianensis is a white-yellow color with a long, slender stem. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Litsea irianensis is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to New Guinea and can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Litsea irianensis
Litsea irianensis is native to New Guinea. It is found in moist forests and along streams.
Litsea irianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Litsea irianensis?
Litsea irianensis
What are the common names of Litsea irianensis?
Irian Litsea, Irian May Apple
What is the natural habitat of Litsea irianensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, from sea level to an altitude of 1,500 m
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,
References
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:465753-1: Based on the initial data import