Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
379826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees & Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 47 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379158

Common Names

  • Nectandra Oppositifolia
  • Opposite-Leaf Nectandra
  • Opposite-Leaf Nectandra Tree

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Synonyms

  • Laurus rigida Willd. ex Nees [unknown]
  • Nectandra oppositifolia angustifolia Nees & Mart. [unknown]
  • Nectandra oppositifolia amplifolia Nees & Mart. [unknown]
  • Nectandra rigida canescens Mez [unknown]
  • Ocotea incana Schott ex Meisn. [invalid]
  • Nectandra rigida Nees [unknown]
  • Nectandra schottii Meisn. [unknown]
  • Ocotea rigida Kunth [unknown]
  • Nectandra labouriaviana Machado [unknown]
  • Nectandra oppositifolia attenuata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Nectandra mollis oppositifolia (Nees & Mart.) Rohwer [unknown]
  • Persea grandis Bartl. ex Meisn. [invalid]

Description

Nectandra oppositifolia (also called Opposite-leaved Nectandra, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and opposite in shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Nectandra oppositifolia 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 oppositifolia has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nectandra oppositifolia 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 oppositifolia

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

Nectandra oppositifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nectandra oppositifolia?

Nectandra oppositifolia

What type of soil does Nectandra oppositifolia prefer?

Nectandra oppositifolia prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the natural habitat of Nectandra oppositifolia?

Nectandra oppositifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

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-2378929: 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 Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.