Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
matsumurae
ID:
947436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Callier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 234 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946774

Common Names

  • Alnus matsumurae
  • Matsumurae Alder
  • Matsumurae Alder Tree

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Description

Alnus matsumurae (also called Matsumura's Alder, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Japan, Korea, and China. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are light green, glossy, and oblong-lanceolate. It is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alnus matsumurae is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alnus matsumurae is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alnus matsumurae is a deciduous tree native to Japan and Korea. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-8 and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can reach a height of up to 40 feet. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination, which can take up to three weeks. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Alnus matsumurae

Alnus matsumurae is found in Japan, Korea, and China.

Species in the Alnus genus

Alnus mayrii, Alnus acuminata, Alnus alnobetula, Alnus cordata, Alnus cremastogyne, Alnus elliptica, Alnus fallacina, Alnus fauriei, Alnus ferdinandi-coburgii, Alnus firma, Alnus formosana, Alnus glutinosa, Alnus glutipes, Alnus hakkodensis, Alnus hanedae, Alnus henryi, Alnus hirsuta, Alnus hosoii, Alnus incana, Alnus japonica, Alnus jorullensis, Alnus lanata, Alnus mairei, Alnus mandshurica, Alnus maritima, Alnus matsumurae, Alnus maximowiczii, Alnus nepalensis, Alnus nitida, Alnus oblongifolia, Alnus orientalis, Alnus paniculata, Alnus peculiaris, Alnus pendula, Alnus pubescens, Alnus rhombifolia, Alnus rubra, Alnus serrulata, Alnus serrulatoides, Alnus sieboldiana, Alnus subcordata, Alnus suginoi, Alnus trabeculosa, Alnus vermicularis, Alnus dolichocarpa, Alnus djavanshirii, Alnus lusitanica,

Species in the Betulaceae family

Alnus mayrii, Alnus acuminata, Alnus alnobetula, Alnus cordata, Alnus cremastogyne, Alnus elliptica, Alnus fallacina, Alnus fauriei, Alnus ferdinandi-coburgii, Alnus firma, Alnus formosana, Alnus glutinosa, Alnus glutipes, Alnus hakkodensis, Alnus hanedae, Alnus henryi, Alnus hirsuta, Alnus hosoii, Alnus incana, Alnus japonica, Alnus jorullensis, Alnus lanata, Alnus mairei, Alnus mandshurica, Alnus maritima, Alnus matsumurae, Alnus maximowiczii, Alnus nepalensis, Alnus nitida, Alnus oblongifolia, Alnus orientalis, Alnus paniculata, Alnus peculiaris, Alnus pendula, Alnus pubescens, Alnus rhombifolia, Alnus rubra, Alnus serrulata, Alnus serrulatoides, Alnus sieboldiana, Alnus subcordata, Alnus suginoi, Alnus trabeculosa, Alnus vermicularis, Alnus dolichocarpa, Alnus djavanshirii, Alnus lusitanica, Betula alleghaniensis, Betula alnoides, Betula alpestris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-6516: Based on the initial data import
Alfons S. Callier (1866-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callier' in the authors string.