Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
acutatus
ID:
527210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(3): 475 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526542



Common Names

  • Allophylus acutatus
  • Sharp Allophylus
  • Sharp Allophylus Fern


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Description

Allophylus acutatus (also called Pointed Allophylus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white or pink flowers and evergreen leaves. It is native to Ethiopia and is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus acutatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white or yellowish flowers in clusters. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus acutatus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Allophylus acutatus

Allophylus acutatus can be found in tropical Africa.

Allophylus acutatus FAQ

What type of soil does Allophylus acutatus prefer?

Allophylus acutatus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Allophylus acutatus?

The ideal temperature for Allophylus acutatus is between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of light does Allophylus acutatus need?

Allophylus acutatus needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Allophylus genus

Allophylus chrysothrix, Allophylus abyssinicus, Allophylus acutatus, Allophylus africanus, Allophylus agbala, Allophylus aldabricus, Allophylus altescandens, Allophylus amazonicus, Allophylus amboinensis, Allophylus amentaceus, Allophylus amplissimus, Allophylus angustatus, Allophylus antunesii, Allophylus apiocarpus, Allophylus arboreus, Allophylus bartlettii, Allophylus betongensis, Allophylus bicruris, Allophylus boinensis, Allophylus bojerianus, Allophylus bongolavensis, Allophylus borbonicus, Allophylus brachypetalus, Allophylus brachystachys, Allophylus brevipes, Allophylus brevipetiolaris, Allophylus bullatus, Allophylus camptoneurus, Allophylus camptostachys, Allophylus capillipes, Allophylus caudatus, Allophylus cazengoensis, Allophylus chartaceus, Allophylus chaunostachys, Allophylus chirindensis, Allophylus chlorocarpus, Allophylus chrysoneurus, Allophylus cinnamomeus, Allophylus cobbe, Allophylus cominia, Allophylus commersonii, Allophylus concanicus, Allophylus congolanus, Allophylus conraui, Allophylus coriaceus, Allophylus costatus, Allophylus crassinervis, Allophylus crenatus, Allophylus cristalensis, Allophylus dasythyrsus,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References