Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.C.Hsu & H.W.Jen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 13(4): 16 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813551
Common Names
- Castanopsis Densispinosa
- Densispinosa's Castanopsis
- Densispinosa's Castanopsis
Description
Castanopsis densispinosa (also called Chinese Chestnut, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fagaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5–15 m in height. It is native to China and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Castanopsis densispinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Castanopsis densispinosa are small, yellow and cup-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castanopsis densispinosa is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Castanopsis densispinosa
Castanopsis densispinosa is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Castanopsis densispinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castanopsis densispinosa?
Castanopsis densispinosa
What is the common name of Castanopsis densispinosa?
Japanese evergreen oak
What is the natural habitat of Castanopsis densispinosa?
Mountain forests in Japan
Species in the Castanopsis genus
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,
Castanopsis echinocarpa,
Castanopsis echinophora,
Castanopsis endertii,
Castanopsis evansii,
Castanopsis eyrei,
Castanopsis fabri,
Castanopsis fargesii,
Castanopsis ferox,
Castanopsis fissa,
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,