Camptotheca acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
795041
Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 20: 157 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794374
Common Names
- Acuminate Camptotheca
- Camptotheca acuminata
- Acuminate Camptotheca Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Camptotheca acuminata (also called Chinese Happy Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with large, glossy leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to China, where it grows in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Camptotheca acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camptotheca acuminata has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings have small, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camptotheca acuminata is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Camptotheca acuminata
Camptotheca acuminata is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Camptotheca acuminata FAQ
What are the common names of Camptotheca acuminata?
Chinese happy tree, Chinese yew, Chinese mahogany
What is the range of Camptotheca acuminata?
The range of Camptotheca acuminata is from southern China to northern India
What are the uses of Camptotheca acuminata?
The bark and leaves of Camptotheca acuminata are used in traditional Chinese medicine, and the wood is used for furniture and construction
Species in the Camptotheca genus
Species in the Nyssaceae family
Camptotheca acuminata, Camptotheca lowreyana, Davidia involucrata, Diplopanax vietnamensis, Diplopanax stachyanthus, Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa, Nyssa aquatica, Nyssa bifida, Nyssa biflora, Nyssa javanica, Nyssa ogeche, Nyssa sinensis, Nyssa sylvatica, Nyssa talamancana, Nyssa ursina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-33294: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.