Atherospermataceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Laurales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 7 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
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Laureliopsis philippiana (Looser) Schodde
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Daphnandra tenuipes Perkins
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Doryphora sassafras Endl.
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⚠️ Poisonous
Laurelia sempervirens (Ruiz & Pav.) Tul.
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Daphnandra apatela Schodde
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Atherosperma moschatum Labill.
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⚠️ Poisonous
Laurelia novae-zelandiae A.Cunn.
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Atherospermataceae plants belong to the Laurales order in the Plantae kingdom. This is a small to medium-sized tree, characterized by red new shoots and red flowers. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Atherospermataceae is classified in the order Laurales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The androecium usually has 4 whorls, containing 6 stamens and 14 to 18 staminodes, and flowers have 8 to 12 carpels.
Yes, some Atherospermataceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Atherospermataceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
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