Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
knowltonii
ID:
262127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sarg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Gard. & Forest vii. 115. 1894

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261459



Common Names

  • Carpinifolia Ostrya
  • Japanese Ostrya
  • Knowlton's Ostrya


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Synonyms

  • Ostrya chisosensis Correll [unknown]
  • Ostrya knowltonii chisosensis (Correll) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Ostrya knowltonii chisosensis (Correll) A.E.Murray [unknown]

Description

Ostrya knowltonii (also called Knowlton's Hophornbeam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Betulaceae. It is a deciduous tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ostrya knowltonii is used as an ornamental tree, for its timber, and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and leaves have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, and fragrant. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ostrya knowltonii is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Prune the plant to keep it compact and tidy.

Where to Find Ostrya knowltonii

Ostrya knowltonii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Ostrya knowltonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ostrya knowltonii?

Ostrya knowltonii

What are the common names of Ostrya knowltonii?

Knowlton's Hophornbeam, Knowlton's Hop-hornbeam

What is the natural habitat of Ostrya knowltonii?

Ostrya knowltonii is native to temperate regions of Mexico and Guatemala.

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