Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
globosa
ID:
379865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Jahrb. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 5: 415 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379197

Common Names

  • Nectandra Globosa
  • Globe Nectandra
  • Globe Nectandra Tree

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Synonyms

  • Laurus globosa Aubl. [unknown]
  • Nectandra vaga Meisn. [unknown]
  • Nectandra vaga sprucei Meisn. [unknown]
  • Ocotea globosa (Aubl.) Schltdl. & Cham. [unknown]
  • Persea globosa (Aubl.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Borbonia globosa (Aubl.) C.F.Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Nectandra pisi Miq. [unknown]
  • Nectandra globosa barbeyana Mez [unknown]
  • Nectandra vaga major Meisn. [unknown]
  • Nectandra vaga vulgaris Meisn. [unknown]
  • Nectandra pallida Miq. [illegitimate]

Description

Nectandra globosa (also called Globe 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 globosa 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 globosa 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 globosa is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Nectandra globosa

Nectandra globosa can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Nectandra globosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nectandra globosa?

Nectandra globosa

What is the common name of Nectandra globosa?

Globe Nectandra

What type of plant is Nectandra globosa?

Evergreen tree

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,

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