Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
541757

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Quisumb.) Ding Hou

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 6: 12 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541089

Common Names

  • Parvifolia Aquilaria
  • Parvifolia's Aquilaria
  • Aquilaria Parvifolia

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Synonyms

  • Gyrinopsis parvifolia Quisumb. [unknown]

Description

Aquilaria parvifolia (also called Small-leaved agarwood, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to the southeastern China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It grows in moist, shady, and low-lying areas, and prefers a humid climate.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilaria parvifolia has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aquilaria parvifolia is small, white, and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, four-angled nutlet. The seedlings have two long, narrow leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilaria parvifolia is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated from air layering.

Where to Find Aquilaria parvifolia

Aquilaria parvifolia can be found in the Himalayas, from India to China.

Aquilaria parvifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Aquilaria parvifolia?

Agarwood, Eaglewood, Gaharu, Aloewood, Jinko, and Chénxiāng

What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria parvifolia?

Tropical and subtropical evergreen forests in Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Aquilaria parvifolia?

It can grow up to 15-20 meters in height

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644560: Based on the initial data import
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.
Ding Hou (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ding Hou' in the authors string.