Engelhardia spicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
668616
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lechen ex Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. 528 1826
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667948
Common Names
- Engelhardia spicata
- Spicata Engelhardia
- Spicata Walnut
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- Pterilema aceriflorum Reinw. [unknown]
- Engelhardia aceriflora Blume [unknown]
- Engelhardia philippinensis C.DC. [unknown]
- Gyrocarpus pendulus Blanco [unknown]
Description
Engelhardia spicata (also called Japanese Walnut, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Juglandaceae family. It is native to East Asia, and is found in lowland and montane forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m.
Uses & Benefits
Engelhardia spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers in spring. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Engelhardia spicata var. integra (Kurz) W.E.Manning ex SteenisEngelhardia spicata var. spicata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Engelhardia spicata is white in color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Engelhardia spicata 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 spicata
Engelhardia spicata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Engelhardia spicata FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Engelhardia spicata?
Engelhardia spicata requires well-drained soil, full sun, and regular watering.
What type of climate does Engelhardia spicata prefer?
Engelhardia spicata prefers a warm, humid climate.
How often should Engelhardia spicata be fertilized?
Engelhardia spicata 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-2789185: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.