Status:
valid
Authors:
Hatus. ex Soepadmo
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 390 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813673
Common Names
- Castanopsis endertii
- Endertii Castanopsis
- Endertiis Castanopsis
Description
Castanopsis endertii (also called 'Endert's chestnut oak', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the Fagaceae family. It is a large tree, typically growing to a height of 20–30 m. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to southern China, and is found in a variety of habitats, including dry and moist forests, scrub and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Castanopsis endertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for hedges and screens. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating headaches and reducing inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Castanopsis endertii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castanopsis endertii is a tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed.
Where to Find Castanopsis endertii
Castanopsis endertii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Castanopsis endertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castanopsis endertii?
Castanopsis endertii
What is the common name of Castanopsis endertii?
Endert's Chestnut
What is the growth habit of Castanopsis endertii?
It is an evergreen tree with a spreading crown
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,