Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Mey.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 2: 51 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000781881
Common Names
- Bunge's Catalpa
- Bunge's Catalpa Tree
- Bunge's Catalpa Vine
Description
Catalpa bungei (also called Bunge's Catalpa, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to China. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in sunny areas with well-drained soil and is often found in gardens, parks and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Catalpa bungei is a popular ornamental tree, often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used to make furniture, musical instruments, and for firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Catalpa bungei are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Catalpa bungei is a small tree native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Catalpa bungei
Catalpa bungei can be found in China and Japan.
Catalpa bungei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catalpa bungei?
Catalpa bungei
What is the common name of Catalpa bungei?
Bunge's Catalpa
What is the natural habitat of Catalpa bungei?
It is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along streams in the eastern United States
Species in the Catalpa genus
Catalpa bignonioides,
Catalpa brevipes,
Catalpa bungei,
Catalpa longissima,
Catalpa macrocarpa,
Catalpa ovata,
Catalpa purpurea,
Catalpa speciosa,
Catalpa speciosa,
Catalpa erubescens,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109144-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].