Camptotheca lowreyana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lowreyana
ID:
795062
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Li
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 17: 348 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794395
Common Names
- Lowrey's Camptotheca
- Lowrey Camptotheca
- Camptotheca lowreyana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Camptotheca lowreyana (also called Lowrey's 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 lowreyana 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
The flower of Camptotheca lowreyana is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camptotheca lowreyana is a low-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). Prune in spring to keep the plant compact and to promote flowering.
Where to Find Camptotheca lowreyana
Camptotheca lowreyana is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Camptotheca lowreyana FAQ
What are the common names of Camptotheca lowreyana?
Chinese happy tree, Chinese yew, Chinese mahogany
What is the range of Camptotheca lowreyana?
The range of Camptotheca lowreyana is from southern China to northern India
What are the uses of Camptotheca lowreyana?
The bark and leaves of Camptotheca lowreyana 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-33296: Based on the initial data import
Shi You Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Li' in the authors string.