Endiandra hainanensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr. & F.P.Metcalf
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 23: 461 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667627
Common Names
- Hainanensis Endiandra
- Hainanensis Endiandra Palm
- Hainanensis Endiandra Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Endiandra hainanensis (also called Hainan Walnut, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to China. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its bark is grey and smooth. Its leaves are elliptical and its fruits are globose. It prefers rocky outcrops and hillsides in its native region.
Uses & Benefits
Endiandra hainanensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Endiandra hainanensis has white flowers with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Endiandra hainanensis is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Endiandra hainanensis are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Endiandra hainanensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Endiandra hainanensis
Endiandra hainanensis is found in tropical rainforests in Hainan, China.
Endiandra hainanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endiandra hainanensis?
Endiandra hainanensis
What is the common name of Endiandra hainanensis?
Hainan Endiandra
What is the natural habitat of Endiandra hainanensis?
Endiandra hainanensis is found in tropical rainforests in China.
Species in the Endiandra genus
Endiandra acuminata, Endiandra aggregata, Endiandra albiramea, Endiandra aneityensis, Endiandra anthropophagorum, Endiandra archboldiana, Endiandra arfakensis, Endiandra asymmerrica, Endiandra baillonii, Endiandra beccariana, Endiandra bellendenkerana, Endiandra bessaphila, Endiandra brassii, Endiandra bullata, Endiandra carrii, Endiandra chartacea, Endiandra clavigera, Endiandra clemensii, Endiandra collinsii, Endiandra compressa, Endiandra cooperana, Endiandra coriacea, Endiandra cowleyana, Endiandra crassiflora, Endiandra cuneata, Endiandra cyphellophora, Endiandra dichrophylla, Endiandra dielsiana, Endiandra discolor, Endiandra djamuensis, Endiandra dolichocarpa, Endiandra elaeocarpa, Endiandra elongata, Endiandra engleriana, Endiandra euadenia, Endiandra eusideroxylocarpa, Endiandra faceta, Endiandra ferruginea, Endiandra firma, Endiandra flavinervis, Endiandra floydii, Endiandra forbesii, Endiandra formicaria, Endiandra fulva, Endiandra gem, Endiandra gemopsis, Endiandra gillespiei, Endiandra glauca, Endiandra globosa, Endiandra grandifolia,
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-2788863: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Franklin Post Metcalf (1892-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.P.Metcalf' in the authors string.