Castanea dentata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borkh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Theor. Prakt. Handb. Forstbot. 1: 741 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000811441
Common Names
- American Chestnut
- American Castanea
- Castanea dentata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Castanea dentata (also called American Chestnut, among many other common names) is a large deciduous tree native to North America. It has large, toothed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Castanea dentata is a popular ornamental tree used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used for timber production and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Castanea dentata has small, white flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Castanea dentata is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Castanea dentata
Castanea dentata is native to North America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Castanea dentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castanea dentata?
Castanea dentata
What type of plant is Castanea dentata?
A deciduous tree
Where is Castanea dentata found?
North America
Species in the Castanea genus
Species in the Fagaceae family
Castanea crenata, Castanea dentata, Castanea henryi, Castanea mollissima, Castanea neglecta, Castanea ozarkensis, Castanea pumila, Castanea sativa, Castanea seguinii, Castanopsis pseudohystrix, Castanopsis thaiensis, Castanopsis undulatifolia, Castanopsis acuminatissima, Castanopsis amabilis, Castanopsis annamensis, Castanopsis argentea, Castanopsis argyrophylla, Castanopsis arietina, Castanopsis armata, Castanopsis birmanica, Castanopsis boisii, Castanopsis borneensis, Castanopsis brevispinula, Castanopsis buruana, Castanopsis calathiformis, Castanopsis cambodiana, Castanopsis carlesii, Castanopsis castanicarpa, Castanopsis catalpifolia, Castanopsis cavaleriei, Castanopsis ceratacantha, Castanopsis cerebrina, Castanopsis chapaensis, Castanopsis chevalieri, Castanopsis chinensis, Castanopsis choboensis, Castanopsis chunii, Castanopsis clarkei, Castanopsis clemensii, Castanopsis concinna, Castanopsis costata, Castanopsis crassifolia, Castanopsis cryptoneuron, Castanopsis curtisii, Castanopsis cuspidata, Castanopsis delavayi, Castanopsis densinervia, Castanopsis densispinosa, Castanopsis diversifolia, Castanopsis dongchoensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34965: Based on the initial data import
Moritz Balthasar Borkhausen (1760-1806): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borkh.' in the authors string.