Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
mahoe
ID:
526146

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John & Frederick

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 3: 296 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525478

Common Names

  • Mahoe
  • White Mahoe
  • White Oak

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Description

Alectryon mahoe (also called Mahoe Alectryon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is usually found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Alectryon mahoe is used as a source of firewood and timber, and its leaves and flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alectryon mahoe is a shrub or small tree that can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings may also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Where to Find Alectryon mahoe

Alectryon mahoe is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Alectryon mahoe FAQ

What is the common name of Alectryon mahoe?

Mahoe Titoki

What is the scientific name of Mahoe Titoki?

Alectryon mahoe

What is the native habitat of Alectryon mahoe?

Native to New Zealand

Species in the Alectryon genus

Alectryon affinis, Alectryon bleeseri, Alectryon cardiocarpus, Alectryon carinatus, Alectryon celebicus, Alectryon connatum, Alectryon coriaceus, Alectryon diversifolius, Alectryon excelsus, Alectryon excisus, Alectryon ferrugineum, Alectryon forsythii, Alectryon fuscus, Alectryon glaber, Alectryon grandifolius, Alectryon inaequilaterus, Alectryon kangeanensis, Alectryon kimberleyanus, Alectryon laevis, Alectryon macrococcum, Alectryon macrophyllus, Alectryon mahoe, Alectryon mollis, Alectryon myrmecophilus, Alectryon ochraceus, Alectryon oleifolius, Alectryon pubescens, Alectryon ramiflorus, Alectryon repandodentatus, Alectryon reticulatus, Alectryon samoensis, Alectryon semicinereum, Alectryon serratus, Alectryon sphaerococcum, Alectryon strigosus, Alectryon subcinereum, Alectryon subdentatum, Alectryon tomentosum, Alectryon tropicus, Alectryon unilobatus,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2628018: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
Lafayette Frederick (1923-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frederick' in the authors string.