Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 38: 218, 236 (1908 publ. 1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526552
Common Names
- Allophylus aldabricus
- Aldabra Allophylus
- Aldabra Allophylus Fern
Description
Allophylus aldabricus (also called Aldabra 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 aldabricus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus aldabricus 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 aldabricus
Allophylus aldabricus can be found in Madagascar.
Allophylus aldabricus FAQ
What type of soil does Allophylus aldabricus prefer?
Allophylus aldabricus prefers moist, well-drained soil.
What is the ideal temperature for Allophylus aldabricus?
The ideal temperature for Allophylus aldabricus is between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of light does Allophylus aldabricus need?
Allophylus aldabricus 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