Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurinervis
ID:
806694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9: 293 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806028



Common Names

  • Carpinus purpurinervis
  • Purple-Nerved Hornbeam
  • Purple-Nerved Ironwood


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Description

Carpinus purpurinervis (also called Purple-veined hornbeam, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Japan, Korea and China. It has a rounded crown and a straight trunk with smooth, gray bark. Its leaves are oval-shaped and serrated, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus purpurinervis is used as an ornamental plant and for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carpinus purpurinervis has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus purpurinervis is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is native to China. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Carpinus purpurinervis

Carpinus purpurinervis is native to China and can be found in moist forests.

Carpinus purpurinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpinus purpurinervis?

Carpinus purpurinervis

Where is Carpinus purpurinervis native to?

China

What is the growth rate of Carpinus purpurinervis?

Slow to medium

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-34429: Based on the initial data import
Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.