Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hayata) C.B.Shang, X.R.Wang, Yi F.Duan & Yong F.Li
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 436: 290 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021701
Common Names
- Chengiodendron matsumuranum
- Matsumuranum
- Japanese Lancewood
Description
Chengiodendron matsumuranum (also called Matsumura's Chengiodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to India and is found in woodlands, savannas and along riverbanks. The leaves are simple, opposite, oblong-lanceolate and have a serrated margin. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small, round, and brown.
Uses & Benefits
Chengiodendron matsumuranum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye and for its fragrant wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chengiodendron matsumuranum are small, white and fragrant, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chengiodendron matsumuranum is a fast-growing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Chengiodendron matsumuranum
Chengiodendron matsumuranum is native to Japan.
Chengiodendron matsumuranum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chengiodendron matsumuranum?
Chengiodendron matsumuranum
What is the common name of Chengiodendron matsumuranum?
Matsumuranum
What is the natural habitat of Chengiodendron matsumuranum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Chengiodendron genus
Species in the Oleaceae family
Abeliophyllum distichum,
Cartrema floridana,
Cartrema scortechinii,
Cartrema sumatrana,
Cartrema americana,
Chionanthus greenii,
Chionanthus colonchensis,
Chionanthus macrothyrsus,
Chionanthus acunae,
Chionanthus adamsii,
Chionanthus albidiflorus,
Chionanthus amblirrhinus,
Chionanthus avilensis,
Chionanthus axillaris,
Chionanthus axilliflorus,
Chionanthus bakeri,
Chionanthus balgooyanus,
Chionanthus beccarii,
Chionanthus brachystachys,
Chionanthus brassii,
Chionanthus bumelioides,
Chionanthus callophylloides,
Chionanthus callophyllus,
Chionanthus caudifolius,
Chionanthus caymanensis,
Chionanthus celebicus,
Chionanthus clementis,
Chionanthus compactus,
Chionanthus cordulatus,
Chionanthus coriaceus,
Chionanthus crassifolius,
Chionanthus crispus,
Chionanthus curvicarpus,
Chionanthus cuspidatus,
Chionanthus decipiens,
Chionanthus densiflorus,
Chionanthus dictyophyllus,
Chionanthus diversifolius,
Chionanthus domingensis,
Chionanthus dussii,
Chionanthus ellipticus,
Chionanthus enervis,
Chionanthus eriorachis,
Chionanthus evenius,
Chionanthus ferrugineus,
Chionanthus filiformis,
Chionanthus fluminensis,
Chionanthus gigas,
Chionanthus globosus,
Chionanthus glomeratus,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77208966-1: 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].