Lauraceae

Lauraceae (Lauraceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 20 genuss with 72 known species. Key genus groups include Aniba, Beilschmiedia, Cassytha, Chlorocardium, Cinnamomum, and Cryptocarya. Among its members, 22 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Laurales (Laurales).