Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Camus
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bi-mens. Soc. Linn. Lyon 8: 87 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814571
Common Names
- Castanopsis neocavaleriei
- Neo-Cavalerie Chestnut
- Vietnamese Chestnut
Description
Castanopsis neocavaleriei (also called Neocavalerie's Chestnut, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to Vietnam. It has a dense, rounded crown and a thick, rough bark. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Castanopsis neocavaleriei is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant, white flowers that bloom in the summer and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also a popular plant for bonsai, as it can be easily trained and shaped.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Castanopsis neocavaleriei has white flowers with a yellow center, small seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castanopsis neocavaleriei is an evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in summer.
Where to Find Castanopsis neocavaleriei
Castanopsis neocavaleriei is native to Vietnam and can be found in evergreen forests at elevations of 500-1,500 meters.
Castanopsis neocavaleriei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castanopsis neocavaleriei?
Castanopsis neocavaleriei
What is the natural habitat of Castanopsis neocavaleriei?
Forests and woodlands
What is the flowering period of Castanopsis neocavaleriei?
April to May
Species in the Castanopsis genus
Castanopsis pseudohystrix,
Castanopsis thaiensis,
Castanopsis undulatifolia,
Castanopsis acuminatissima,
Castanopsis amabilis,
Castanopsis annamensis,
Castanopsis argentea,
Castanopsis argyrophylla,
Castanopsis arietina,
Castanopsis armata,
Castanopsis birmanica,
Castanopsis boisii,
Castanopsis borneensis,
Castanopsis brevispinula,
Castanopsis buruana,
Castanopsis calathiformis,
Castanopsis cambodiana,
Castanopsis carlesii,
Castanopsis castanicarpa,
Castanopsis catalpifolia,
Castanopsis cavaleriei,
Castanopsis ceratacantha,
Castanopsis cerebrina,
Castanopsis chapaensis,
Castanopsis chevalieri,
Castanopsis chinensis,
Castanopsis choboensis,
Castanopsis chunii,
Castanopsis clarkei,
Castanopsis clemensii,
Castanopsis concinna,
Castanopsis costata,
Castanopsis crassifolia,
Castanopsis cryptoneuron,
Castanopsis curtisii,
Castanopsis cuspidata,
Castanopsis delavayi,
Castanopsis densinervia,
Castanopsis densispinosa,
Castanopsis diversifolia,
Castanopsis dongchoensis,
Castanopsis echinocarpa,
Castanopsis echinophora,
Castanopsis endertii,
Castanopsis evansii,
Castanopsis eyrei,
Castanopsis fabri,
Castanopsis fargesii,
Castanopsis ferox,
Castanopsis fissa,
Species in the Fagaceae family
Castanea crenata,
Castanea dentata,
Castanea henryi,
Castanea mollissima,
Castanea neglecta,
Castanea ozarkensis,
Castanea pumila,
Castanea sativa,
Castanea seguinii,
Castanopsis pseudohystrix,
Castanopsis thaiensis,
Castanopsis undulatifolia,
Castanopsis acuminatissima,
Castanopsis amabilis,
Castanopsis annamensis,
Castanopsis argentea,
Castanopsis argyrophylla,
Castanopsis arietina,
Castanopsis armata,
Castanopsis birmanica,
Castanopsis boisii,
Castanopsis borneensis,
Castanopsis brevispinula,
Castanopsis buruana,
Castanopsis calathiformis,
Castanopsis cambodiana,
Castanopsis carlesii,
Castanopsis castanicarpa,
Castanopsis catalpifolia,
Castanopsis cavaleriei,
Castanopsis ceratacantha,
Castanopsis cerebrina,
Castanopsis chapaensis,
Castanopsis chevalieri,
Castanopsis chinensis,
Castanopsis choboensis,
Castanopsis chunii,
Castanopsis clarkei,
Castanopsis clemensii,
Castanopsis concinna,
Castanopsis costata,
Castanopsis crassifolia,
Castanopsis cryptoneuron,
Castanopsis curtisii,
Castanopsis cuspidata,
Castanopsis delavayi,
Castanopsis densinervia,
Castanopsis densispinosa,
Castanopsis diversifolia,
Castanopsis dongchoensis,