Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
aquatica
ID:
589392

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Michx.) Elliott

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Sketch Bot. S. Carolina [Elliott] 2: 627. 1824

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588724

Common Names

  • Carya aquatica
  • Water Hickory
  • Bitter Pecan

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Synonyms

  • Carya aquatica australis Sarg. [unknown]
  • Hicorius aquatica Britton [unknown]
  • Hicorius aquatica Raf. [unknown]
  • Hicorius aquaticus Sarg. [unknown]
  • Hicorius aquatica australis Sudw. [unknown]

Description

Carya aquatica (also called Water hickory, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is a medium-sized tree growing up to 30 m (98 ft) tall. The leaves are pinnate, and the bark is gray and furrowed. It is found in wet woodlands and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Carya aquatica is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carya aquatica has small, yellow flowers with white and purple markings. The flowers are borne on a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carya aquatica is a deciduous tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the rootstock or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Carya aquatica

Carya aquatica is native to the southeastern United States and parts of Mexico.

Carya aquatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carya aquatica?

Carya aquatica

What is the common name of Carya aquatica?

Water hickory

What is the natural habitat of Carya aquatica?

Swamps and wetlands

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701748: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Elliott (1771-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elliott' in the authors string.
François André Michaux (1770-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Michx.' in the authors string.