Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tsaiana
ID:
806940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , n.s., 1: 141 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806274



Common Names

  • Carpinus Tsaiana
  • Tsaian Hornbeam
  • Tsaian Carpinus


Searching for Carpinus tsaiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Carpinus tsaiana (also called Carpinus, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to East Asia. It has a dense, rounded crown and glossy, dark green leaves. Its small, white flowers are fragrant and have a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus tsaiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carpinus tsaiana flowers are small and yellow-green in colour. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Carpinus tsaiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus tsaiana is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by seed in spring or by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Carpinus tsaiana

Carpinus tsaiana can be found in China, Korea, and Japan.

Carpinus tsaiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpinus tsaiana?

Carpinus tsaiana

What is the common name of Carpinus tsaiana?

Tsaian Carpinus

What is the family of Carpinus tsaiana?

Betulaceae

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-34454: Based on the initial data import
Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.