Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
chrysothrix
ID:
509036

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radlk.) Lisowski

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. & Geogr. Pl. 78: 232 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508368

Common Names

  • Allophylus Chrysothrix
  • Chrysothrix Allophylus
  • Chrysothrix Allophylus Tree

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Synonyms

  • Allophylus africanus chrysothrix Radlk. [unknown]

Description

Allophylus chrysothrix (also called Golden Allophylus, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus chrysothrix is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Allophylus chrysothrix are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus chrysothrix is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Allophylus chrysothrix

Allophylus chrysothrix is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Allophylus chrysothrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus chrysothrix?

Allophylus chrysothrix

What is the common name of Allophylus chrysothrix?

Chrysothrix

Where is Allophylus chrysothrix found?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606190: Based on the initial data import
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.