Fraxinus chinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 150 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832398
Common Names
- Chinese Ash
- Chinese White Ash
- Chinese's Ash
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fraxinus chinensis (also called Chinese Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It has a pyramidal crown and smooth bark. This species is native to the Himalayas and western China, and is found in moist mountain forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Fraxinus chinensis is used as an ornamental tree in landscaping and for timber and firewood.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Fraxinus chinensis sub. rhynchophylla (Hance) A.E.MurrayFraxinus chinensis sub. chinensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Fraxinus chinensis are small, greenish-yellow, and arranged in panicles. The seeds are small, winged, and brown. The seedlings are slender and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Fraxinus chinensis is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 25m. It is native to China. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Fraxinus chinensis
Fraxinus chinensis can be found in China and Taiwan.
Fraxinus chinensis FAQ
What is the average height of Fraxinus chinensis?
Fraxinus chinensis typically grows to a height of 15-20 feet.
What is the natural habitat of Fraxinus chinensis?
Fraxinus chinensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon.
What is the lifespan of Fraxinus chinensis?
Fraxinus chinensis can live up to 40 years.
Species in the Fraxinus genus
Fraxinus albicans, Fraxinus americana, Fraxinus angustifolia, Fraxinus anomala, Fraxinus apertisquamifera, Fraxinus baroniana, Fraxinus berlandieriana, Fraxinus bornmuelleri, Fraxinus borzae, Fraxinus bungeana, Fraxinus caroliniana, Fraxinus cataubiensis, Fraxinus chiisanensis, Fraxinus chinensis, Fraxinus cuspidata, Fraxinus depauperata, Fraxinus dimorpha, Fraxinus dipetala, Fraxinus excelsior, Fraxinus ferruginea, Fraxinus floribunda, Fraxinus gooddingii, Fraxinus greggii, Fraxinus griffithii, Fraxinus hookeri, Fraxinus hubeiensis, Fraxinus hybrida, Fraxinus insularis, Fraxinus lanuginosa, Fraxinus latifolia, Fraxinus longicuspis, Fraxinus malacophylla, Fraxinus mandshurica, Fraxinus micrantha, Fraxinus nigra, Fraxinus odontocalyx, Fraxinus ornus, Fraxinus pallisiae, Fraxinus papillosa, Fraxinus paxiana, Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Fraxinus platypoda, Fraxinus potosina, Fraxinus pringlei, Fraxinus profunda, Fraxinus punctata, Fraxinus purpusii, Fraxinus quadrangulata, Fraxinus raibocarpa, Fraxinus reflexiflora,
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
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:608968-1: 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].