Status:
valid
Authors:
Baitello & Coe-Teix.
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 14(1): 79 (1991).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001071785
Common Names
- Capixaba Laurel
- Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis
- Capixaba False-laurel
Description
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis (also called Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis var. capixabensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 meters tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis is used as an ornamental plant and for wood carving.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in summer or fall and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.
Species in the Rhodostemonodaphne genus
Rhodostemonodaphne celiana,
Rhodostemonodaphne kunthiana,
Rhodostemonodaphne parvifolia,
Rhodostemonodaphne recurva,
Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana,
Rhodostemonodaphne ovatifolia,
Rhodostemonodaphne macrocalyx,
Rhodostemonodaphne longipetiolata,
Rhodostemonodaphne frontinensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne curicuriariensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne praeclara,
Rhodostemonodaphne avilensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne antioquensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne cyclops,
Rhodostemonodaphne penduliflora,
Rhodostemonodaphne anomala,
Rhodostemonodaphne laxa,
Rhodostemonodaphne dioica,
Rhodostemonodaphne grandis,
Rhodostemonodaphne miranda,
Rhodostemonodaphne mirecolorata,
Rhodostemonodaphne synandra,
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne elephantopus,
Rhodostemonodaphne leptoclada,
Rhodostemonodaphne morii,
Rhodostemonodaphne revolutifolia,
Rhodostemonodaphne rufovirgata,
Rhodostemonodaphne scandens,
Rhodostemonodaphne sordida,
Rhodostemonodaphne napoensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne tumucumaquensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne crenaticupula,
Rhodostemonodaphne licanioides,
Rhodostemonodaphne peneia,
Rhodostemonodaphne negrensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne debilis,
Rhodostemonodaphne juruensis,
Rhodostemonodaphne velutina,
Rhodostemonodaphne longiflora,
Rhodostemonodaphne saulensis,
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,