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
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.
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