Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
541770

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.C.Huang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 7: 277 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541102

Common Names

  • Aquilaria yunnanensis
  • Yunnan Aquilaria
  • Yunnan Aquilaria Plant

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Description

Aquilaria yunnanensis (also called Yunnan 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 yunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aquilaria yunnanensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilaria yunnanensis 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 yunnanensis

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

Aquilaria yunnanensis FAQ

What are the common names of Aquilaria yunnanensis?

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

What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria yunnanensis?

Tropical and subtropical evergreen forests in Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Aquilaria yunnanensis?

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-2644573: Based on the initial data import
Shu Chung Huang (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Huang' in the authors string.