Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xiangchengensis
ID:
1134933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.Wang & S.L.Tung

Source:
tro

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Lab. N. E. Forest. Inst., Harbin 4: 22. 1979

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001134271



Common Names

  • Populus xiangchengensis
  • Xiangcheng Poplar
  • Xiangchengensis Poplar


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Description

Populus xiangchengensis (also called Xiangcheng Poplar, among many other common names) is a species of poplar native to China. It is a medium-sized deciduous tree growing to 10–20 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. It is found in moist habitats, such as riverbanks and moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Populus xiangchengensis is used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and as a source of fuel and construction material.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Populus xiangchengensis are small, yellow-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a thin, papery wing. The seedlings are small and have a single, light green cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Populus xiangchengensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and in a sheltered position.

Where to Find Populus xiangchengensis

Populus xiangchengensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Qinghai, and Sichuan.

Species in the Populus genus

Populus deltoides, Populus inopina, Populus euphratica, Populus fremontii, Populus canescens, Populus candicans, Populus balsamifera, Populus berolinensis, Populus brayshawii, Populus berkarensis, Populus simonii, Populus smithii, Populus suaveolens, Populus tadshikistanica, Populus tomentosa, Populus tremula, Populus rollandii, Populus rouleauiana, Populus trichocarpa, Populus tremuloides, Populus odorata, Populus parryi, Populus moscoviensis, Populus nigra, Populus grandidentata, Populus hopeiensis, Populus hinckleyana, Populus heterophylla, Populus hastata, Populus alba, Populus acuminata, Populus jackii, Populus kanjilaliana, Populus hybrida, Populus brandegeei, Populus heimburgeri, Populus generosa, Populus angustifolia, Populus mexicana, Populus ciliata, Populus mexicana, Populus tomentosa, Populus cathayana, Populus amurensis, Populus berolinensis, Populus cataracti, Populus glaucicomans, Populus iliensis, Populus laurifolia, Populus macrocarpa,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-28301709: Based on the initial data import
Shi Lin Tung (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Tung' in the authors string.
Zhan Wang (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Wang' in the authors string.