Torreya dapanshanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.F. Jin, Y.F. Lu & Zi L. Chen
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 192: 31, figs. 1-2. 2022
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000031102
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Torreya dapanshanica (also called the Chinese torreya, among many other common names) is a species of conifer native to China. It is a small evergreen tree with dark green leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Torreya dapanshanica is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Torreya dapanshanica is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are short and thick.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Torreya dapanshanica is a small evergreen tree that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little water and can tolerate full sun.
Where to Find Torreya dapanshanica
Torreya dapanshanica is native to the subtropical forests of China.
Torreya dapanshanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Torreya dapanshanica?
Torreya dapanshanica
What is the family of Torreya dapanshanica?
Taxaceae
What is the common name of Torreya dapanshanica?
No common name
Species in the Taxaceae family
Amentotaxus argotaenia, Amentotaxus assamica, Amentotaxus formosana, Amentotaxus poilanei, Amentotaxus yunnanensis, Amentotaxus hekouensis, Austrotaxus spicata, Pseudotaxus chienii, Taxus cuspidata, Taxus floridana, Taxus contorta, Taxus brevifolia, Taxus baccata, Taxus wallichiana, Taxus globosa, Taxus mairei, Taxus canadensis, Taxus sumatrana, Taxus florinii, Taxus calcicola, Taxus chinensis, Taxus lambertiana, Taxus phytonii, Torreya nucifera, Torreya californica, Torreya taxifolia, Torreya fargesii, Torreya jackii, Torreya grandis, Torreya parvifolia, Torreya dapanshanica,
References
Conifer TEN record for Torreya dapanshanica X.F. Jin, Y.F. Lu & Zi L. Chen: Placement according to April 2023 Classification