Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
villosa
ID:
628779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gerard

Source:
iplants

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Assoc. Franç. Avancem. Sci. 1914(Sess. 43): 408 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628111

Common Names

  • Woolly Cryptocarya
  • Woolly Laurel
  • Woolly Walnut

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Synonyms

  • Leptolaena luteola (H.Perrier) Cavaco [valid]
  • Xerochlamys luteola H.Perrier [valid]

Description

Xerochlamys villosa (also called Hairy Laurel, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to the subtropical rainforests of eastern Australia, where it is found in moist gullies and along streams. It prefers a moist, sheltered, and partly shaded position.

Uses & Benefits

Xerochlamys villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used for making tea and for medicinal purposes. The wood of this plant is used for making furniture and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xerochlamys villosa are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xerochlamys villosa is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It is native to New Caledonia and the Solomon Islands. It is a fast-growing species and can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 4-6 weeks. Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into individual containers.

Where to Find Xerochlamys villosa

Xerochlamys villosa is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.

Xerochlamys villosa FAQ

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Lauraceae

Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family

Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,