Alectryon unilobatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unilobatus
ID:
526167
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Reynolds
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 1: 475 (1982 publ. 1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525499
Common Names
- Unilobatus
- One-lobed Mahoe
- One-lobed Oak
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alectryon unilobatus (also called Unilobed Bird's-eye, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands, heath and dry sclerophyll forests. It has grey-green foliage and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Alectryon unilobatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its timber, which is strong and durable and is used in construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Alectryon unilobatus are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have yellow-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alectryon unilobatus is a shrub or small tree which can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Alectryon unilobatus
Alectryon unilobatus is found in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.
Alectryon unilobatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alectryon unilobatus?
Alectryon unilobatus
What is the common name of Alectryon unilobatus?
Unilobate Alectryon
Where is Alectryon unilobatus found?
Alectryon unilobatus is found in Australia
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-2628040: Based on the initial data import
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.