Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Rumphia 3: 139 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526623
Common Names
- Commersonii Allophylus
- African Boxwood
- Commerson's Allophylus
Description
Allophylus commersonii (also called Commerson's Allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Allophylus commersonii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allophylus commersonii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus commersonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Allophylus commersonii
Allophylus commersonii is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests.
Allophylus commersonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allophylus commersonii?
Allophylus commersonii
What are the common names of Allophylus commersonii?
False-Raspberry
What is the natural habitat of Allophylus commersonii?
Rainforests
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