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mountain laurel

Kalmia latifolia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Ericaceae ›Genus: Kalmia

About

Kalmia latifolia, commonly called mountain laurel, calico-bush, or spoonwood, is a broadleaved evergreen shrub in the heather family, Ericaceae, that is native to the eastern United States. Its range stretches from southern Maine south to northern Florida, and west to Indiana and Louisiana. Mountain laurel is the state flower of Connecticut and Pennsylvania. It is the namesake of Laurel County in Kentucky and the city of Laurel, Mississippi (founded 1882).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of mountain laurel?
The scientific name of mountain laurel is Kalmia latifolia.
What kingdom does mountain laurel belong to?
mountain laurel belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does mountain laurel belong to?
mountain laurel belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does mountain laurel belong to?
mountain laurel belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does mountain laurel belong to?
mountain laurel belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does mountain laurel belong to?
mountain laurel belongs to the family Ericaceae.
What genus does mountain laurel belong to?
mountain laurel belongs to the genus Kalmia.