Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maluensis
ID:
366458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teschner

Source:
ksu

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 395 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365790

Common Names

  • Litsea maluensis
  • Malu Litsea
  • Litsea Glutinosa

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Description

Litsea maluensis (also called Malu Litsea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a small tree or shrub with a spreading crown, growing up to 10 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea maluensis is used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. The leaves and bark are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, fragrant. Seed: small, black, flat. Seedlings: small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea maluensis 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 maluensis

Litsea maluensis can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Litsea maluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea maluensis?

Litsea maluensis

What is the common name of Litsea maluensis?

Malu Litsea

Where is Litsea maluensis found?

It is found in Papua New Guinea

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,