Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) Trofimov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 190(1): 42. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001501
Description
Mespilodaphne cymbarum (also called Cymbarum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mespilodaphne cymbarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of honey.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mespilodaphne cymbarum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mespilodaphne cymbarum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Mespilodaphne cymbarum
Mespilodaphne cymbarum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.
Mespilodaphne cymbarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mespilodaphne cymbarum?
Mespilodaphne cymbarum
What is the natural habitat of Mespilodaphne cymbarum?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average height of Mespilodaphne cymbarum?
Up to 8 meters
Species in the Mespilodaphne genus
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,