Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinensis
ID:
1247906

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl. & E.H.Wilson) Airy Shaw

Source:
tro

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1936: 496 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247244

Common Names

  • Schima sinensis
  • Schima sinensis
  • Schima sinensis

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Description

Schima sinensis (also called Chinese Schima, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It is typically found in forests and woodlands, and grows to a height of 5-10 feet. It has small, oval, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Schima sinensis is used in furniture making and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schima sinensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, slender stems and bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schima sinensis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer and plant them in a moist, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and the container in a warm, sunny location. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a moist, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and the container in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Schima sinensis

Schima sinensis can be found in the subtropical forests of China, Japan, and Taiwan.

Schima sinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schima sinensis?

Schima sinensis

What is the common name of Schima sinensis?

Chinese Schima

Where is Schima sinensis found?

It is found in China, Myanmar, and Thailand

Species in the Theaceae family

Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,

References

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:830445-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].