Neolitsea lancifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thwaites) Kosterm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Ceylon J. Sci., Biol. Sci. 9: 55 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381587
Common Names
- Neolitsea lancifolia
- Lanceolate Neolitsea
- Neolitsea Lancifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Lindera lancifolia Trimen [unknown]
- Daphnidium lancifolium Thwaites [unknown]
Description
Neolitsea lancifolia (also called Lance-leaved Neolitsea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It is found in montane habitats, usually on rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Neolitsea lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neolitsea lancifolia has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neolitsea lancifolia is a tropical shrub native to the Philippines. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or by dividing the root ball.
Where to Find Neolitsea lancifolia
Neolitsea lancifolia is native to the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia and can be found in the forests of Sabah and Sarawak.
Neolitsea lancifolia FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Neolitsea lancifolia?
Neolitsea lancifolia is native to South America.
What is the size of Neolitsea lancifolia?
Neolitsea lancifolia typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters.
What is the flowering season of Neolitsea lancifolia?
Neolitsea lancifolia typically flowers from April to June.
Species in the Neolitsea genus
Neolitsea lancifolia, Neolitsea archboldiana, Neolitsea apoensis, Neolitsea amboinensis, Neolitsea amabilis, Neolitsea formosa, Neolitsea fischeri, Neolitsea arfakensis, Neolitsea fuscata, Neolitsea javanica, Neolitsea intermedia, Neolitsea incana, Neolitsea kedahensis, Neolitsea australiensis, Neolitsea brassii, Neolitsea boninensis, Neolitsea elaeocarpa, Neolitsea balakrishnanii, Neolitsea aureosericea, Neolitsea coccinea, Neolitsea cassiifolia, Neolitsea siamensis, Neolitsea reticulata, Neolitsea purpurescens, Neolitsea umbrosa, Neolitsea triplinervia, Neolitsea teschneriana, Neolitsea poilanei, Neolitsea mollissima, Neolitsea microphylla, Neolitsea megacarpa, Neolitsea paucinervia, Neolitsea nicobarica, Neolitsea papuana, Neolitsea mannii, Neolitsea sanjappae, Neolitsea cinnamomea, Neolitsea cambodiana, Neolitsea kwangsiensis, Neolitsea chui, Neolitsea alongensis, Neolitsea aurata, Neolitsea phanerophlebia, Neolitsea pulchella, Neolitsea polycarpa, Neolitsea zeylanica, Neolitsea dealbata, Neolitsea pinninervis, Neolitsea wushanica, Neolitsea acuminatissima,
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
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:466987-1: Based on the initial data import