Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
kweichowensis
ID:
589435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuang & A.M.Lu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(2): 43 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588767

Common Names

  • Carya kweichowensis
  • Kweichow Hickory
  • Kweichow Nutmeg Hickory

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Description

Carya kweichowensis (also called Kweichow Hickory, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with compound leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to China and is usually found in subtropical and temperate forests.

Uses & Benefits

Carya kweichowensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carya kweichowensis has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The flowers are borne on a short, thick stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carya kweichowensis is a deciduous tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the rootstock or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Carya kweichowensis

Carya kweichowensis is native to China.

Carya kweichowensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carya kweichowensis?

Carya kweichowensis

What is the family of Carya kweichowensis?

Juglandaceae

What is the common name of Carya kweichowensis?

Kweichow Hickory

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701788: Based on the initial data import
Kuang Keren (1914-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuang' in the authors string.
Lu Anmin (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Lu' in the authors string.