Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. 1877: 119 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525492
Common Names
- Sphaerococcum
- Round-fruited Mahoe
- Round-fruited Oak
Description
Alectryon sphaerococcum (also called Spherical-seeded 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 sphaerococcum is used as a source of firewood and timber, and its leaves and flowers are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Alectryon sphaerococcum are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have yellow-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alectryon sphaerococcum is a small shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Alectryon sphaerococcum
Alectryon sphaerococcum is native to South Africa.
Alectryon sphaerococcum FAQ
What are the common names of Alectryon sphaerococcum?
Sphaerococcous alectryon, sphaerococcous alectryon, and sphaerococcous alectryon
What is the growth rate of Alectryon sphaerococcum?
Moderate
What is the maximum height of Alectryon sphaerococcum?
Up to 20 feet
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