Status:
valid
Authors:
C.K.Schneid.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Ill. Handb. Laubholzk. 2: 126 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470377
Common Names
- Chinense Phellodendron
- Chinense Phellodendron Tree
- Chinense Phellodendron Plant
Synonyms
- Phellodendron fargesii Dode [unknown]
- Phellodendron sinii Wu [unknown]
- Phellodendron macrophyllum Dode [unknown]
- Phellodendron chinense chinense [unknown]
Description
Phellodendron chinense (also called Chinese Phellodendron, among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 10m in height. It is native to China and is found in moist forests. Its leaves are large and oval-shaped, and its flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Phellodendron chinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phellodendron chinense var. glabriusculum C.K.Schneid.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phellodendron chinense has small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small and round. Seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phellodendron chinense is a deciduous tree that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until they germinate. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a moist medium until they have rooted.
Where to Find Phellodendron chinense
Phellodendron chinense can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Phellodendron chinense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phellodendron chinense?
Phellodendron chinense
What is the common name of Phellodendron chinense?
Chinese Phellodendron
What is the habitat of Phellodendron chinense?
It is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m
Species in the Phellodendron genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
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Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,