Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
johorensis
ID:
366335

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1910: 315 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365667

Common Names

  • Litsea Johorensis
  • Johorensis Litsea
  • Litsea Johorensis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Lepidadenia magnifica Miq. [unknown]
  • Litsea trunciflora Gamble [unknown]
  • Litsea magnifica (Miq.) Fern.-Vill. [illegitimate]
  • Malapoenna magnifica (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cylicodaphne magnifica (Miq.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Litsea miquelii I.M.Turner [valid]
  • Litsea magnifica pahangensis Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Litsea johorensis (also called Johore Litsea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Malaysia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea johorensis 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 johorensis 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 johorensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Litsea johorensis

Litsea johorensis can be found in Malaysia.

Litsea johorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea johorensis?

Litsea johorensis

What are the common names of Litsea johorensis?

Johor Litsea, Johor May Apple

What is the natural habitat of Litsea johorensis?

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,

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