Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
firmifolia
ID:
805769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.P.Winkl.) Hu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , n.s., 1: 144 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805103



Common Names

  • Carpinus firmifolia
  • Firm-leaved Carpinus
  • Firm-leaved Hornbeam


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Description

Carpinus firmifolia (also called firm-leaved hornbeam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Betulaceae family. It is native to China. It is a deciduous tree growing to 20–30 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus firmifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is often used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carpinus firmifolia has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus firmifolia can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.

Where to Find Carpinus firmifolia

Carpinus firmifolia can be found in China.

Carpinus firmifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpinus firmifolia?

Carpinus firmifolia

What is the common name of Carpinus firmifolia?

Firm-leaved Hornbeam

What is the natural habitat of Carpinus firmifolia?

Mountain forests in Japan

Species in the Carpinus genus

Carpinus betulus, Carpinus caroliniana, Carpinus chuniana, Carpinus cordata, Carpinus dayongina, Carpinus faginea, Carpinus fangiana, Carpinus fargesiana, Carpinus firmifolia, Carpinus hebestroma, Carpinus henryana, Carpinus japonica, Carpinus kawakamii, Carpinus kweichowensis, Carpinus laxiflora, Carpinus lipoensis, Carpinus londoniana, Carpinus luochengensis, Carpinus mengshanensis, Carpinus mianningensis, Carpinus microphylla, Carpinus mollicoma, Carpinus monbeigiana, Carpinus omeiensis, Carpinus orientalis, Carpinus paohsingensis, Carpinus polyneura, Carpinus pubescens, Carpinus purpurinervis, Carpinus putoensis, Carpinus rankanensis, Carpinus rupestris, Carpinus schuschaensis, Carpinus shensiensis, Carpinus shimenensis, Carpinus tientaiensis, Carpinus tropicalis, Carpinus tsaiana, Carpinus tschonoskii, Carpinus turczaninowii, Carpinus viminea, Carpinus schuschaensis, Carpinus tibetana, Carpinus langaoensis,

Species in the Betulaceae family

Alnus mayrii, Alnus acuminata, Alnus alnobetula, Alnus cordata, Alnus cremastogyne, Alnus elliptica, Alnus fallacina, Alnus fauriei, Alnus ferdinandi-coburgii, Alnus firma, Alnus formosana, Alnus glutinosa, Alnus glutipes, Alnus hakkodensis, Alnus hanedae, Alnus henryi, Alnus hirsuta, Alnus hosoii, Alnus incana, Alnus japonica, Alnus jorullensis, Alnus lanata, Alnus mairei, Alnus mandshurica, Alnus maritima, Alnus matsumurae, Alnus maximowiczii, Alnus nepalensis, Alnus nitida, Alnus oblongifolia, Alnus orientalis, Alnus paniculata, Alnus peculiaris, Alnus pendula, Alnus pubescens, Alnus rhombifolia, Alnus rubra, Alnus serrulata, Alnus serrulatoides, Alnus sieboldiana, Alnus subcordata, Alnus suginoi, Alnus trabeculosa, Alnus vermicularis, Alnus dolichocarpa, Alnus djavanshirii, Alnus lusitanica, Betula alleghaniensis, Betula alnoides, Betula alpestris,

References

Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:107959-1: Based on the initial data import