Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
nobilis
ID:
262152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f. & W.W.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 8: 194 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261484



Common Names

  • Yunnanensis Ostrya
  • Davidiana Ostryopsis
  • Nobilis Ostryopsis


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Synonyms

  • Corylus davidiana cinerascens Franch. [unknown]
  • Ostryopsis davidiana cinerascens Franch. [unknown]

Description

Ostryopsis nobilis (also called Noble Ostryopsis, 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

Ostryopsis nobilis 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

Ostryopsis nobilis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a 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 Ostryopsis nobilis

Ostryopsis nobilis is native to China and can be found in subtropical and temperate forests.

Ostryopsis nobilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ostryopsis nobilis?

Ostryopsis nobilis

What is the common name of Ostryopsis nobilis?

Noble Hophornbeam

What is the natural habitat of Ostryopsis nobilis?

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-144651: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.