Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
beccariana
ID:
541732

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tiegh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 40: 77 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541064

Common Names

  • Beccariana Aquilaria
  • Beccariana's Aquilaria
  • Aquilaria Beccariana

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Synonyms

  • Aquilaria grandifolia Domke [unknown]
  • Gyrinopsis grandifolia (Domke) Quisumb. [unknown]
  • Aquilaria cumingiana parvifolia Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Aquilaria beccariana (also called Beccari's Agarwood, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with leathery leaves and fragrant wood. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilaria beccariana has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aquilaria beccariana is small, white, and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, four-angled nutlet. The seedlings have two long, narrow leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilaria beccariana is a deciduous tree that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Aquilaria beccariana

Aquilaria beccariana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Aquilaria beccariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquilaria beccariana?

Aquilaria beccariana

What is the common name of Aquilaria beccariana?

Beccarian's agarwood

What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria beccariana?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and southern China

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,