Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
cathayensis
ID:
589409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sarg.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 3: 187 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588741

Common Names

  • Carya cathayensis
  • Chinese Hickory
  • Chinese Nutmeg Hickory

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Synonyms

  • Carya dabieshanensis M.C.Liu & Z.J.Li [unknown]
  • Hicorius cathayensis Chun [unknown]
  • Hicoria cathayensis (Sarg.) Chun [unknown]

Description

Carya cathayensis (also called Chinese hickory, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous tree native to eastern Asia. It is a medium-sized tree growing up to 30 m (98 ft) tall. The leaves are pinnate, and the bark is gray and furrowed. It is found in dry woodlands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Carya cathayensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carya cathayensis has small, yellow flowers with white and purple markings. The flowers are borne on a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carya cathayensis is a deciduous tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the rootstock or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Carya cathayensis

Carya cathayensis is native to China.

Carya cathayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carya cathayensis?

Carya cathayensis

What is the common name of Carya cathayensis?

Chinese hickory

What is the natural habitat of Carya cathayensis?

Mixed deciduous forests

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

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