Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
euryphylla
ID:
974071

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.A.S.Johnson ex G.J.Leach) L.A.S.Johnson & K.D.Hill

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Telopea 4: 38 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000973409

Common Names

  • Euryphylla Apple
  • Euryphylla Angophora
  • Euryphylla Smooth Barked Apple

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Description

Angophora euryphylla (also called Narrow-leaved Apple, among many other common names) is a small tree up to 10 m tall. It is native to Australia and grows in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Angophora euryphylla is used as a source of timber, firewood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Angophora euryphylla has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Angophora euryphylla are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Angophora euryphylla are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angophora euryphylla is a small tree or shrub that grows to a height of up to 8 m. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. Propagation is usually done by seed, which is best sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Angophora euryphylla

Angophora euryphylla can be found in New South Wales and Queensland, Australia.

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-9061: Based on the initial data import
Gregory Leach (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Leach' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Ken Hill (1948-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Hill' in the authors string.