Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundata
ID:
366314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Kosterm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 10: 468 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365646

Common Names

  • Litsea Rotundata
  • Rotundata Litsea
  • Litsea Rotundata Tree

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Description

Litsea rotundata (also called Mountain May, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10–20 m. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, as well as in moist deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Litsea rotundata is used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Litsea rotundata are small, white and fragrant. They are arranged in clusters and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litsea rotundata 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 rotundata

Litsea rotundata can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Litsea rotundata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litsea rotundata?

Litsea rotundata

What is the common name of Litsea rotundata?

Round-leaved Litsea

Where is Litsea rotundata found?

Litsea rotundata is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

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:946089-1: Based on the initial data import