Torreya nucifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Siebold & Zucc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 4(3): 234. (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409013
Common Names
- Torreya nucifera
- Nucifera Torreya
- Nucifera Nutmeg Tree
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- Podocarpus nuciferus (L.) Loudon [valid]
Description
Torreya nucifera (also called Japanese Nutmeg, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to Japan and Korea. It has a conical crown and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Torreya nucifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Torreya nucifera has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Torreya nucifera is a small, evergreen tree that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a shady location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a shady location.
Where to Find Torreya nucifera
Torreya nucifera is native to East Asia and can be found in China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.
Torreya nucifera FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Torreya nucifera?
Torreya nucifera is found in the mountains of Japan and Korea.
What is the size of Torreya nucifera?
Torreya nucifera typically grows to a height of 10-15 m.
What is the flowering period of Torreya nucifera?
Torreya nucifera flowers from April to June.
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
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Torreya nucifera (L.) Siebold & Zucc.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification