Calophyllum inophyllum
About
Calophyllum inophyllum is a large evergreen plant, commonly called tamanu, oil-nut, mastwood, beach calophyllum or beautyleaf. It is native to the Old World Tropics, from Africa through Asia to Australia and Polynesia. Due to its importance as a source of timber for the traditional shipbuilding of large outrigger ships, it has been spread in prehistoric times by the migrations of the Austronesian peoples to the islands of Oceania and Madagascar, along with other members of the genus Calophyllum. It has since been naturalized in regions of the East African coast. It is also a source of the culturally important tamanu oil.
- Family
- Calophyllaceae
How to use it
The Alexandrian laurel is valued for its tamanu oil, which is used in cosmetics and skin care due to its healing properties. Additionally, the wood from this tree is strong and durable, making it a great choice for traditional shipbuilding and other construction needs. Its ecological role includes providing shade and habitat for various wildlife.
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Gardening tip
If you're planting an Alexandrian laurel, make sure to choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil. This tree can grow quite large, so give it plenty of space to thrive!
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In the kitchen
The nuts of the Alexandrian laurel are not typically eaten by humans. Instead, they are used to produce tamanu oil, which has various applications but is not a food source. So, if you come across this tree, remember that its treasures are more about oil than snacks!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Calophyllum inophyllum
- Slug
- calophyllum-inophyllum
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Calophyllaceae
- Genus
- Calophyllum
- Species
- inophyllum
- Wikidata QID
- Q311471
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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