Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
tutcheri
ID:
653075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) P.K.Endress

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 90: 30 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652407

Common Names

  • Distyliopsis tutcheri
  • Tutcher's Distyliopsis
  • Tutcher Distyliopsis

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Synonyms

  • Sycopsis tutcheri Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Sycopsis oblanceolata H.T.Chang [unknown]

Description

Distyliopsis tutcheri (also called Tutcher's False Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Taiwan. It has glossy, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Distyliopsis tutcheri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distyliopsis tutcheri is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distyliopsis tutcheri can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Distyliopsis tutcheri

Distyliopsis tutcheri is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found growing in moist forests and along streams at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Distyliopsis tutcheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distyliopsis tutcheri?

Distyliopsis tutcheri

What is the common name of Distyliopsis tutcheri?

Tutcheri

What is the natural habitat of Distyliopsis tutcheri?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773282: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Peter Karl Endress (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.K.Endress' in the authors string.