Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
spectabile
ID:
1236407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kubitzki & H.G.Richt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 109: 50 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235745

Common Names

  • Williamodendron spectabile
  • Showy Williamodendron
  • Williamodendron spectabile

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Description

Williamodendron spectabile (also called Spectacular Williamodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Williamodendron spectabile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Williamodendron spectabile has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and dark brown in color. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Williamodendron spectabile is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 15°F (-9°C). It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Williamodendron spectabile

Williamodendron spectabile is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Williamodendron spectabile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Williamodendron spectabile?

Williamodendron spectabile

What is the natural habitat of Williamodendron spectabile?

Tropical Africa

What is the typical size of Williamodendron spectabile?

Typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet

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 tro-50084556: Based on the initial data import
Klaus Kubitzki (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kubitzki' in the authors string.
Hans Georg Richter (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Richt.' in the authors string.