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Daphniphyllum calycinum

Daphniphyllum calycinum Benth.
Daphniphyllum calycinum
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Daphniphyllum calycinum is a shrubby plant in the Daphniphyllaceae family, native to northern Vietnam and southeastern China. It has applications in biodiesel production, lubrication, soap-making, and traditional Chinese medicine.

Description

Daphniphyllum calycinum, described by Benth. in 1861, is a member of the Daphniphyllaceae family. This species is distributed in northern Vietnam and southeastern China. It is a shrubby plant with economic uses, including the production of biodiesel, lubricants, and soaps. It is also utilized in traditional Chinese medicine. The genus Daphniphyllum is part of the Daphniphyllaceae, a family of flowering plants.

Distribution

Global · China Southeast · Vietnam

Synonyms

Daphniphyllum calleryanumDaphniphyllum gaudichaudianum

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