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cryptocarya
Scientific Name: Cryptocarya
Family: Lauraceae
Category: Dicot
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Cryptocarya
Cryptocarya is a genus of evergreen trees belonging to the laurel family, Lauraceae. The genus includes more than 350 species.
Considerations for Pets
- Some Cryptocarya species have small, inconspicuous flowers that develop into round, shiny fruits.
- Cryptocarya foetida is known for an odor that some find offensive.
Considerations for Children
- Some Cryptocarya species have small, inconspicuous flowers that develop into round, shiny fruits.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Lauraceae (Laurel family)
- Major Group: Angiosperms (Flowering plants)
- Synonyms:
- For Cryptocarya aromatica: Massoia aromatica Becc.
- For Cryptocarya ferrea: Cryptocarya argentea Gamble, Cryptocarya bicolor Merr., Cryptocarya borneensis Kosterm.
- For Cryptocarya massoio: Cinnamomum massoy Oken, Cryptocarya novoguineensis Teschner
Distribution and Habitat
- The genus is distributed through various regions.
- Several species, such as Cryptocarya alba, are found in Chile and Argentina, specifically from 33 to 40 southern latitude.
- Many Cryptocarya species, including C. triplinervis, C. foveolata, C. laevigata, C. microneura, and C. foetida, grow in eastern Australia.
- Cryptocarya obovata is found in eastern Australian rainforests, particularly on basaltic and fertile alluvial soils, ranging from Wyong (33 S) in New South Wales.
- Cryptocarya neilgherrensis is found in India.
- Cryptocarya glabella is found in Nordost-Queensland, Regenwalder bei Harveys Creek und am unteren Russell River.
- Specific species are endemic to Hawaii, such as Cryptocarya mannii.
- Prefers tropical rainforest habitats.
Morphological Characteristics
- Cryptocarya species are evergreen trees.
- Cryptocarya woodii flowers in November with small inconspicuous flowers that develop into round, shiny, purple-black fruits.
- Cryptocarya foetida is a medium-sized tree growing up to 25 meters tall, with oval-shaped leaves that have bluntly pointed tips and measure 5-12 cm long and 2-6 cm wide.
- Some species are compact trees with dense, spreading crowns, exhibiting slow to moderate growth up to 30 feet in height.
Quirky Facts
- Cryptocarya foetida is named for its allegedly offensive odor.
- Cryptocarya ferrea's species name, "ferrea," is Latin for 'iron'.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Cryptocarya concinna is involved in intra- and interspecific competition.
- Cryptocarya moschata exhibits allelopathic effects on Lactuca sativa (lettuce).
Additional Information
- Learn more about the Cryptocarya with photos and facts on ARKive.
- MASSOIA BARK OIL (CRYPTOCARYA MASSOIO) is a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) substance for use as a flavor ingredient.