Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
dyeriana
ID:
652129

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Henry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 33: 22 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651461



Common Names

  • Dipteronia Dyeriana
  • Dyeriana
  • Dipteronia


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Synonyms

  • Dipteronia sinensis dyeriana (Henry) A.E.Murray [unknown]

Description

Dipteronia dyeriana (also called Chinese wingnut, Chinese ash, Chinese hophornbeam, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Taiwan. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 20 meters tall. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dipteryx casiquiarensis is used as a source of timber for making furniture and as a source of fuel wood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dipteronia dyeriana is a small, yellow-green, unisexual flower. The seed is a single, hard, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dipteronia dyeriana is a species of tree in the Dipterocarpaceae family. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland and montane forests. It is cultivated as an ornamental tree and for its timber. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within two to three weeks.

Where to Find Dipteronia dyeriana

Dipteronia dyeriana is native to tropical rainforests in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Dipteronia dyeriana FAQ

What is the common name of Dipteryx casiquiarensis?

Casiquiare Dipteryx

What is the natural habitat of Dipteryx casiquiarensis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific classification of Dipteryx casiquiarensis?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Fabales, Family: Fabaceae, Genus: Dipteryx, Species: D. casiquiarensis

Species in the Dipteronia genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References