Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
multiporcata
ID:
1328562

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.H.Xia & D.H.Vuong

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 186: 34 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341016

Common Names

  • Castanopsis multiporcata
  • Many-Pored Castanopsis
  • Multiporcata Castanopsis
  • Many-Pored Chestnut Oak

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Description

Castanopsis multiporcata (also called Multiporcat Castanopsis, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to China. It is a perennial herb with a single stem, growing up to 50 cm tall. It has two basal leaves and a single inflorescence with up to 15 flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Castanopsis multiporcata is used for fuelwood, fodder, timber, and erosion control. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and its gum is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castanopsis multiporcata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castanopsis multiporcata is an evergreen tree native to China. It is best grown in a medium that is well-drained and contains plenty of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Castanopsis multiporcata

Castanopsis multiporcata is native to East Asia, where it can be found in temperate forests.

Castanopsis multiporcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castanopsis multiporcata?

Castanopsis multiporcata

What is the natural habitat of Castanopsis multiporcata?

Castanopsis multiporcata is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

What are the care requirements for Castanopsis multiporcata?

Castanopsis multiporcata requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be kept in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly.

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,

References

Nian He Xia (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Xia' in the authors string.
Duy Hung Vuong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.H.Vuong' in the authors string.