Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
262148

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.K.Hu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(2): 87 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261480



Common Names

  • Yunnanensis Ostrya
  • Davidiana Ostryopsis
  • Nobilis Ostryopsis


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Description

Ostrya yunnanensis (also called Yunnan 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 25 meters tall. It is native to China, and is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ostrya yunnanensis 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, yellow, and fragrant. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ostrya yunnanensis 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 yunnanensis

Ostrya yunnanensis is native to China and can be found in subtropical and temperate forests.

Ostrya yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ostrya yunnanensis?

Ostrya yunnanensis

What is the common name of Ostrya yunnanensis?

Yunnan Hophornbeam

What is the natural habitat of Ostrya yunnanensis?

Forests, woodlands, and riparian areas

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-144647: Based on the initial data import
Wen Kwang Hu (b.1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.K.Hu' in the authors string.