Castanopsis concinna

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Distribution

This plant is indigenous to a specific region within East Asia. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated in the country of China. More specifically, the species can be found inhabiting the southeastern parts of the nation. This localized distribution pattern defines its unique ecological niche within the landscape. Consequently, researchers focusing on this species prioritize the southeastern Chinese provinces for field studies.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Castanopsis concinna is closely tied to specific altitudinal gradients, primarily occupying lowland environments. This species is typically found at a mean elevation of approximately 500 m AMSL, with its distribution reaching a maximum elevation of 500 m AMSL. Such data suggests a specialized niche within low-altitude forest ecosystems, where it thrives under consistent environmental conditions characteristic of these specific topographical levels.

Elevational range max:

500 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Castanopsis concinna is characterized by its classification as a phanerophyte, a life form defined by having its perennating buds located high above the ground on woody stems. Within this classification, it exhibits characteristics of a nanophanerophyte, indicating a relatively small woody stature compared to larger forest canopy trees. This species maintains a consistent photosynthetic capacity throughout the year as an evergreen plant, meaning it does not shed all its foliage seasonally but retains its leaves to support continuous growth cycles. As a phanerophyte, its survival strategy relies on the protection of its buds during unfavorable conditions, ensuring its perennial nature and long-term persistence in its natural habitat.

Deciduousness :

evergreen

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Castanopsis concinna is characterized by a robust, woody growth form that manifests as a tree. It functions as an independent organism, maintaining a non-parasitic lifestyle, and is primarily a terrestrial species rather than an epiphyte. While some members of its botanical group may exhibit climbing tendencies, this specific plant is classified as a self-supporting climber, meaning it possesses the structural integrity to grow upright without the absolute necessity of external support.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Castanopsis concinna is characterized by the development of distinct fruits that serve as the primary vehicle for seed dispersal. These fruits exhibit specific morphological dimensions, with measured fruit lengths typically ranging from a minimum of 5 cm to a maximum of 6 cm. Throughout various observations, the fruit length maintains a consistent mean value of approximately 5.5 cm, ensuring a standardized size for the reproductive structures. These fruits encapsulate the seeds essential for the continuation of the species, following the flowering stage of its reproductive cycle.

Fruit length max:

6 cm

Fruit length mean:

5.5 cm

Fruit length min:

5 cm

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Castanopsis concinna has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.

Betulin

1. Dr. Duke

Activities

Castanopsis concinna has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.

AntiHIV

1. Dr. Duke

Anticarcinomic

1. Dr. Duke

Antifeedant

1. Dr. Duke

Antiflu

1. Dr. Duke

Antiinflammatory

1. Dr. Duke

Antitumor

1. Dr. Duke

Antiviral

1. Dr. Duke

Aphidifuge

1. Dr. Duke

Cytotoxic

1. Dr. Duke

Hypolipemic

1. Dr. Duke