Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana (Hamamelidaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana
Deciduous shrub
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The Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana plant species is found in E. Asia - W. Himalayas. It is a member of the Hamamelidaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. involucrata. Fothergilla involucrata. Parrotia jacquemontiana.

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Latin Name:  Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana
Family:  Hamamelidaceae
Author:  (Decne.)Rehd.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  4

Habitat:  Forest undergrowth, 1500 - 2100 metres[184]. Abundant on north-facing slopes, often forming pure stands[145].

General Uses: The branches are very strong and flexible. They are used in basket making and can also be twisted together into thick ropes for making bridges[11, 146, 160]. Wood - hard, heavy, very close grained. Used for walking sticks, tent pegs, axe handles etc[11, 145, 146].

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