Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
589554

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lecomte) Airy Shaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1940: 74 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588886

Common Names

  • Tonkin's caryodaphnopsis
  • Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis
  • Caryodaphnopsis

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Synonyms

  • Persea pyriformis Elmer [unknown]
  • Persea tonkinensis (Lecomte) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Nothaphoebe tonkinensis Lecomte [unknown]
  • Nothaphoebe pyriformis (Elmer) Merr. [unknown]

Description

Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis (also called Tonkin crape myrtle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lythraceae family. It is native to Vietnam and Laos. It is found in moist forests, valleys, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and wreaths.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to Vietnam. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis

Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis is native to Southeast Asia.

Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis FAQ

What is the common name of Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis?

Tonkin Daphne

What is the growth rate of Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Caryodaphnopsis tonkinensis?

Moist soils in woodlands and along streams

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701899: Based on the initial data import
Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.