Castanea mollissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 286 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000811992
Common Names
- Chinese Chinkapin
- Chinese Castanea
- Castanea mollissima
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Castanea mollissima (also called Chinese chestnut, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fagaceae. It is native to China, Korea, and Japan. It grows in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Castanea mollissima 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
The flower of Castanea mollissima is a yellow-green, bell-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Castanea mollissima 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 mollissima
Castanea mollissima is native to China and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Castanea mollissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castanea mollissima?
Castanea mollissima
What type of plant is Castanea mollissima?
A deciduous tree
Where is Castanea mollissima found?
China
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-35016: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.