Litsea — 58 species
Botanical species in the genus Litsea recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Litsea baticulin
Litsea baticulin
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea baviensis
Litsea baviensis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea calophylla
Litsea calophylla
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
The flowers of this species are functionally hermaphrodite. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea castanea
Litsea castanea
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
The inner bark has a pungent smell. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea cordata
Litsea cordata
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea cubeba
Litsea cubeba
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
Litsea cubeba has a wide range, from southern central China to Indonesia. Whilst most of this is tropical by nature, the plant extends far enough northwards in China (Henan and Jiangsu, hardiness zone 8) as to reach the warm temperate zone. Whilst it is unlikely to be very frost tolerant, it should be worthwhile trying outdoors in other warm areas of the temperate zone.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea curtisii
Litsea curtisii
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
The inner bark has an aromatic smell. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea dilleniifolia
Litsea dilleniifolia
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea elliptica
Litsea elliptica
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
The bark, wood, leaves and fruits are aromatic and reminiscent of the smell of a species of giant water bug (Lethocerus indicus), which is also used as a flavouring material in the 'Nam Prik, mentioned in 'Edible Uses'. Plants can flower all year round. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea elongata
Litsea elongata
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
Litsea elongata is found mainly in the warm temperate to subtropical regions, but also grows in tropical areas of southern China and northern India. This species is variable in the size and shape of its leaves, especially when growing in repeatedly disturbed secondary forests or dense thickets. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea euphlebia
Litsea euphlebia
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea firma
Litsea firma
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea fulva
Litsea fulva
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea garciae
Litsea garciae
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
Found in dappled shade in the wild, though it can grow in brighter conditions if it is kept well watered. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea glaucescens
Litsea glaucescens
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
Newly cut branches, covered with leaves, are much used for decorations at fiesta times, especially for making the arches that span streets and roads. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea glutinosa
Litsea glutinosa
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea grandis
Litsea grandis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea hypophaea
Litsea hypophaea
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea japonica
Litsea japonica
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea kwangsiensis
Litsea kwangsiensis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea lancilimba
Litsea lancilimba
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea leytensis
Litsea leytensis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea luzonica
Litsea luzonica
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea machilifolia
Litsea machilifolia
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea magnifolia
Litsea magnifolia
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea maingayi
Litsea maingayi
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea mellifera
Litsea mellifera
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
The flowers are notably fragrant. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea mollis
Litsea mollis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
Litsea mollis is a plant mainly of warm temperate and subtropical areas, though it is also found in northern Thailand (where it is probably naturalized). The leaves and fruits are aromatic when crushed, and resemble the smell of lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus). A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea monopetala
Litsea monopetala
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A plant of the lowland tropics, able to succeed at elevations up to 1,500 metres. The leaves have a cinnamon-like smell when bruised. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea myristicifolia
Litsea myristicifolia
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea perrottetii
Litsea perrottetii
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea philippinensis
Litsea philippinensis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea pipericarpa
Litsea pipericarpa
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A fast-growing species. The crushed parts of the plant (especially the bark) smell strongly of citronella or eucalyptus. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea pringlei
Litsea pringlei
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
The plant is found in the subtropical zone, just entering into the tropics. It is generally found at elevations from 700 - 2,330 metres. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea robusta
Litsea robusta
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Litsea rotundifolia
Litsea rotundifolia
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea stocksii
Litsea stocksii
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea szemaois
Litsea szemaois
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea tomentosa
Litsea tomentosa
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea umbellata
Litsea umbellata
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea variabilis
Litsea variabilis
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea verticillata
Litsea verticillata
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
This species coppices well, having a strong capacity for sprouting. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea vitiana
Litsea vitiana
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
Full cultivation guide →Litsea wightiana
Litsea wightiana
Family: Lauraceae
Cultivation
A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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