Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Fang & Y.S.Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 3: 189 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261469
Common Names
- Rehderiana Ostrya
- Trichocarpa Ostrya
- Virginiana Ostrya
Description
Ostrya trichocarpa (also called Hairy Hophornbeam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Betulaceae. It is a deciduous tree that grows up to 25 meters tall. It is native to China, and is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ostrya trichocarpa is used as an ornamental tree, for its timber, and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and leaves have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellow, and fragrant. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, green, and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ostrya trichocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Prune the plant to keep it compact and tidy.
Where to Find Ostrya trichocarpa
Ostrya trichocarpa is native to China and can be found in subtropical and temperate forests.
Ostrya trichocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ostrya trichocarpa?
Ostrya trichocarpa
What is the common name of Ostrya trichocarpa?
Hophornbeam
What is the natural habitat of Ostrya trichocarpa?
Woodlands, forests, and riparian areas
Species in the Ostrya genus
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
Ding Fang (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Fang' in the authors string.
Yu Sheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Wang' in the authors string.