Lauraceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Laurales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 108 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
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Lauraceae plants belong to the Laurales order in the Plantae kingdom. Leaves are either lanceolate or long-elliptic, with medium to dark green upper surfaces and paler lower surfaces covered in distinct brownish hairs. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Lauraceae is classified in the order Laurales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 108 accepted species worldwide.
Yes, some Lauraceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Lauraceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
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