Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
perplexa
ID:
197818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 170 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197147



Common Names

  • Perplexa Amphithalea
  • Perplexa
  • Perplexa Amphithalea


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Synonyms

  • Coelidium perplexum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Granby [valid]
  • Coelidium roseum (E.Mey.) Benth. [valid]
  • Ingenhoussia rosea E.Mey. [valid]
  • Priestleya hirsuta F.Dietr. [illegitimate]

Description

Amphithalea perplexa (also called Perplexed amphithalea, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China, Vietnam, and Laos. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, pinnate, and up to 15 cm long. The flowers are small and yellow, and the fruits are small and round. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea perplexa is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphithalea perplexa has yellow or orange flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong bean-like pod, about 2 cm long. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea perplexa is a medium-sized evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is typically grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Amphithalea perplexa

Amphithalea perplexa is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.

Amphithalea perplexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea perplexa?

Amphithalea perplexa

What are the common names of Amphithalea perplexa?

Perplexa, Perplexa Tree

What is the native range of Amphithalea perplexa?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Amphithalea genus

Amphithalea alba, Amphithalea axillaris, Amphithalea biovulata, Amphithalea bodkinii, Amphithalea concava, Amphithalea cuneifolia, Amphithalea ericifolia, Amphithalea fourcadei, Amphithalea imbricata, Amphithalea intermedia, Amphithalea micrantha, Amphithalea oppositifolia, Amphithalea phylicoides, Amphithalea sericea, Amphithalea speciosa, Amphithalea stokoei, Amphithalea tomentosa, Amphithalea violacea, Amphithalea virgata, Amphithalea williamsonii, Amphithalea perplexa, Amphithalea bowiei, Amphithalea bullata, Amphithalea cedarbergensis, Amphithalea ciliaris, Amphithalea cymbifolia, Amphithalea dahlgrenii, Amphithalea flava, Amphithalea minima, Amphithalea monticola, Amphithalea muirii, Amphithalea muraltioides, Amphithalea obtusiloba, Amphithalea pageae, Amphithalea purpurea, Amphithalea rostrata, Amphithalea spinosa, Amphithalea tortilis, Amphithalea vlokii, Amphithalea ericaefolia, Amphithalea villosa, Amphithalea maroccana, Amphithalea tapetiformis, Amphithalea esterhuyseniae, Amphithalea ornata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:473929-1: Based on the initial data import