Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
sempervirens
ID:
854428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kellogg) Hjelmq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 113: 377 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000853763



Common Names

  • Evergreen Chinquapin
  • Giant Chinquapin
  • Giant Chinkapin


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Description

Chrysolepis sempervirens (also called Chinese Bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo native to China. It is a clumping bamboo with a maximum height of 8 m and a maximum diameter of 4 cm. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysolepis sempervirens is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysolepis sempervirens has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysolepis sempervirens is a warm-season grass that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Chrysolepis sempervirens

Chrysolepis sempervirens can be found in western North America, from California to Alaska.

Chrysolepis sempervirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysolepis sempervirens?

Chrysolepis sempervirens

What is the common name of Chrysolepis sempervirens?

Evergreen chinquapin

What is the natural habitat of Chrysolepis sempervirens?

It is native to western North America and is found in coniferous forests and woodlands.

Species in the Chrysolepis genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39930: Based on the initial data import
Albert Kellogg (1813-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellogg' in the authors string.
Karl Jesper Hakon Hjelmquist (1905-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hjelmq.' in the authors string.