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
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.
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 Aquilaria genus
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,
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,