Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
379880

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Syst. Laur. : 286 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379212

Common Names

  • Nectandra Discolor
  • Two-Colored Nectandra
  • Two-Colored Nectandra Tree

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Synonyms

  • Laurus tigricida Mutis ex Nees [unknown]
  • Laurus discolor Willd. ex Nees [invalid]
  • Ocotea discolor Kunth [unknown]
  • Persea tigricida Spreng. [unknown]
  • Nectandra comasensis O.C.Schmidt [unknown]

Description

Nectandra discolor (also called Discolored Nectandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist forests and along streams. It is a small tree, reaching heights of up to 10 meters, with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Nectandra discolor is a popular ornamental plant for gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nectandra discolor has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf that is slightly serrated.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nectandra discolor can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Nectandra discolor

Nectandra discolor can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Nectandra discolor FAQ

What are the common names of Nectandra discolor?

Nectandra discolor is commonly known as the Red Laurel

What is the growth rate of Nectandra discolor?

Nectandra discolor has a slow to moderate growth rate

What is the optimal temperature for Nectandra discolor?

Nectandra discolor prefers temperatures between 60-85°F

Species in the Nectandra genus

Nectandra longifolia, Nectandra lineata, Nectandra membranacea, Nectandra maguireana, Nectandra hihua, Nectandra impressa, Nectandra leucantha, Nectandra lanceolata, Nectandra laurel, Nectandra pichurim, Nectandra pearcei, Nectandra ramonensis, Nectandra pseudocotea, Nectandra nitidula, Nectandra moritziana, Nectandra oppositifolia, Nectandra baccans, Nectandra aurea, Nectandra bartlettiana, Nectandra briquetii, Nectandra angustifolia, Nectandra grandiflora, Nectandra globosa, Nectandra fulva, Nectandra cissiflora, Nectandra discolor, Nectandra cuspidata, Nectandra amazonum, Nectandra spicata, Nectandra sordida, Nectandra roberto-andinoi, Nectandra ruforamula, Nectandra sanguinea, Nectandra turbacensis, Nectandra villosa, Nectandra truxillensis, Nectandra venulosa, Nectandra subbullata, Nectandra acutifolia, Nectandra brittonii, Nectandra debilis, Nectandra krugii, Nectandra lineatifolia, Nectandra maynensis, Nectandra canescens, Nectandra furcata, Nectandra gardneri, Nectandra japurensis, Nectandra matthewsii, Nectandra microcarpa,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2379048: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.