Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kweichowensis
ID:
806045

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Sinensia 2: 79 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805379



Common Names

  • Chinese Hornbeam
  • Kweichow Hornbeam
  • Chinese Hop-hornbeam


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Description

Carpinus kweichowensis (also called 'Kweichow Hornbeam' and 'Kweichow Hophornbeam', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Betulaceae. It is native to China. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus kweichowensis is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carpinus kweichowensis has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus kweichowensis is a deciduous tree that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate partial shade.

Where to Find Carpinus kweichowensis

Carpinus kweichowensis is native to the subtropical regions of China.

Carpinus kweichowensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpinus kweichowensis?

Carpinus kweichowensis

What is the common name of Carpinus kweichowensis?

Kweichow Hornbeam

What is the natural habitat of Carpinus kweichowensis?

It is native to China

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34367: Based on the initial data import
Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.