Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Species:
fortunei
ID:
357575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Murray bis) Carrière

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. 37: 449. (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356907

Common Names

  • Keteleeria fortunei
  • Fortunei Keteleeria
  • Keteleeria

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Description

Keteleeria fortunei (also called Fortune's Keteleeria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Pinaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 40 cm in diameter. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in evergreen forests, at elevations of up to 1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Keteleeria fortunei is a fast-growing, ornamental tree that is often used as a windbreak or shade tree. It is also used for timber production and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Keteleeria fortunei has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings have ovate to oblong leaves with entire margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keteleeria fortunei is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 25 m (82 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Keteleeria fortunei

Keteleeria fortunei can be found in the temperate forests of China, Korea, and Japan.

Keteleeria fortunei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Keteleeria fortunei?

Keteleeria fortunei is native to the temperate forests of China, Japan, and Korea.

What is the size of Keteleeria fortunei?

Keteleeria fortunei is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters in height.

What is the growth rate of Keteleeria fortunei?

Keteleeria fortunei has a slow to moderate growth rate.

Species in the Pinaceae family

Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,

References