Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
806095

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Siebold & Zucc.) Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 309 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805429



Common Names

  • Laxiflora Carpinus
  • Laxiflora
  • Carpinus


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Description

Carpinus laxiflora (also called Chinese hornbeam, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in mixed forests, mountain slopes, and valleys. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its bark is grey-brown.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a windbreak in windy areas and can be used to add color to flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carpinus laxiflora has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers have 5 petals and 5 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus laxiflora is a hardy deciduous tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Carpinus laxiflora

Carpinus laxiflora is native to China and can be found in moist, shady forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Carpinus laxiflora FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Carpinus laxiflora?

Carpinus laxiflora is native to the temperate forests of East Asia.

What type of soil does Carpinus laxiflora prefer?

Carpinus laxiflora prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Carpinus laxiflora?

Carpinus laxiflora prefers cool temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C).

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-34372: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.