Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
366358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Kosterm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fl. Java 3: 643 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365690

Common Names

  • Litsea lanceolata
  • Lance-leaved Litsea
  • Lance-leaved Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Lindera lanceolata (Blume) Boerl. [unknown]
  • Litsea sarawacensis Gamble [valid]
  • Aperula lanceolata Blume [unknown]
  • Benzoin lanceolatum (Blume) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Polyadenia lanceolata (Blume) Miq. [unknown]

Description

Litsea lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved litsea, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the Philippines. It has lance-shaped leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea lanceolata 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 lanceolata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea lanceolata is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to India 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 lanceolata

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

Litsea lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea lanceolata?

Litsea lanceolata

What are the common names of Litsea lanceolata?

Lanceolate Litsea, Lanceolate May Apple

What is the natural habitat of Litsea lanceolata?

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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
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:465777-1: Based on the initial data import