Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
395200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 2: 89 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394532

Common Names

  • Pistacia chinensis
  • Chinese Pistachio
  • Pistachio Tree

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Synonyms

  • Lentiscus chinensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Rhus gummifera H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Pistacia formosana Matsum. [unknown]
  • Pistacia philippinensis Merr. & Rolfe [unknown]
  • Rhus argyi H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Pistacia chinensis (also called Chinese Pistachio, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a height of 5-15 m. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and is found in open forests and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Pistacia chinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and to make furniture.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pistacia chinensis sub. integerrima (J.L.Stewart) Rech.f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pistacia chinensis is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pistacia chinensis is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Pistacia chinensis

Pistacia chinensis can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Pistacia chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pistacia chinensis?

Pistacia chinensis

What is the common name of Pistacia chinensis?

Chinese Pistachio

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Anacardiaceae

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References