Engelhardia rigida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigida
ID:
668605
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 528 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667937
Common Names
- Engelhardia rigida
- Rigida Engelhardia
- Rigida Walnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Engelhardia lepidota Schltr. [unknown]
- Engelhardia rigida subsimplicifolia (Merr.) W.E.Manning [unknown]
- Engelhardia subsimplicifolia Merr. [unknown]
- Engelhardia zambalensis Elmer [unknown]
Description
Engelhardia rigida (also called Rigid Engelhardia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to China and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has leathery leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Engelhardia rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Engelhardia rigida has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and globular. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Engelhardia rigida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. It is best to keep the cuttings in a shady area until they have rooted.
Where to Find Engelhardia rigida
Engelhardia rigida can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Engelhardia rigida FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Engelhardia rigida?
Engelhardia rigida requires well-drained soil, full sun, and regular watering.
What type of climate does Engelhardia rigida prefer?
Engelhardia rigida prefers a warm, humid climate.
How often should Engelhardia rigida be fertilized?
Engelhardia rigida should be fertilized every two to three months.
Species in the Engelhardia genus
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,
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-2789175: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.