China Doll Plant
Radermachera sinica
Local / Vernacular name: ଚ଼ିନ଼ି ଗଛ (Non-specific)
Key Facts
Genus
Radermachera
Species
sinica
Origin
Unknown
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Campus Zone
XIM University Campus
About this Tree
XIM University campus biodiversity register (2026–27). Recorded individuals: 1; abundance rank: 47.
Leaf habit: Evergreen
Flowers / Fruits: Night-blooming trumpet flowers produce exceptionally long, slender pods filled with tiny, winged seeds.
Native range: Native to the subtropical mountain forests of Southern China and Taiwan.
In the wild, its night-blooming flowers sustain nocturnal pollinators like bats and moths, while its dense canopy creates protected microclimates for understory flora and fauna.
While widely known as an ornamental, its roots, leaves, and fruits are utilized in traditional Chinese medicine to cool the blood and reduce swelling. It is a common folk remedy for treating high fevers, painful bruises, and snake bites, with modern research confirming its leaves contain bioactive compounds with significant antioxidant potential.
Revered in Feng Shui as a symbol of positive energy and growth, this "Emerald Tree" is believed to bring vitality to the home. It represents elegance and inner strength, often used to create a harmonious atmosphere in living spaces.
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