Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
sinensis
ID:
541763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 2: 356 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541095

Common Names

  • Sinensis Aquilaria
  • Sinensis's Aquilaria
  • Aquilaria Sinensis

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Synonyms

  • Agallochum grandiflorum (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Agallochum sinense (Lour.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aquilaria chinensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Aquilaria grandiflora Benth. [unknown]
  • Aquilaria malaccensis Benth. [unknown]
  • Aquilaria ophispermum Poir. [unknown]
  • Ophispermum sinense Lour. [unknown]

Description

Aquilaria sinensis (also called Chinese 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 sinensis 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 sinensis 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 sinensis 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 sinensis

Aquilaria sinensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.

Aquilaria sinensis FAQ

What are the common names of Aquilaria sinensis?

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

What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria sinensis?

Tropical and subtropical evergreen forests in Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Aquilaria sinensis?

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