Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
domingensis
ID:
527323

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alain

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 179 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526655



Common Names

  • Domingo Allophylus
  • Domingo False-Tamarind
  • Domingo Allophyllus


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Description

Allophylus domingensis (also called Domingo Allophylus, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry, deciduous forests, woodlands, and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Allophylus domingensis are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus domingensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Allophylus domingensis

Allophylus domingensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Allophylus domingensis FAQ

What type of soil does Allophylus domingensis prefer?

Allophylus domingensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Allophylus domingensis?

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

What type of light does Allophylus domingensis need?

Allophylus domingensis 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