Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
decipiens
ID:
539540

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kais. Wilh. Land : 40 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538872



Common Names

  • Antiarrhopis Decipiens
  • Deceiving Antiaris
  • Deceiving Upas Tree


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Description

Antiaropsis decipiens (also called Decipiens' false-broom, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Fabaceae family. It can grow up to 3 m tall and has a spreading habit. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Antiaropsis decipiens is a perennial tree that is used for timber and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antiaropsis decipiens is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure, with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf emerging from the seed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antiaropsis decipiens is a perennial evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in spring or early summer. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings in spring or early summer and root in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Antiaropsis decipiens

Antiaropsis decipiens is found in tropical regions of South America.

Antiaropsis decipiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antiaropsis decipiens?

Antiaropsis decipiens

What is the common name of Antiaropsis decipiens?

Deceptive Antiaropsis

What is the family of Antiaropsis decipiens?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Antiaropsis genus

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

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