Davidia involucrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 10: 115 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000937952
Common Names
- Davidia involucrata
- Dove Tree
- Involucrata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Davidia involucrata (also called Handkerchief Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that is native to China. It grows to a height of up to 20 m and has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Davidia involucrata is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Davidia involucrata has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Davidia involucrata is a shrub native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Davidia involucrata
Davidia involucrata can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.
Species in the Davidia 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-56610: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.