Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
eustachys
ID:
527334

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1912: 264 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526666



Common Names

  • Eustachys Allophylus
  • Eustachys False-Tamarind
  • Eustachys Allophyllus


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Description

Allophylus eustachys (also called Eustachys Allophylus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub or tree, usually growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in humid forests, from sea level to 1,200 m. It has simple, alternate, elliptic-oblong to obovate leaves, with a smooth margin and a leathery texture.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus eustachys 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 eustachys are small, yellow-green in color, and borne in axillary clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, slender leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus eustachys is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings are well-rooted.

Where to Find Allophylus eustachys

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

Allophylus eustachys FAQ

What type of soil does Allophylus eustachys prefer?

Allophylus eustachys prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Allophylus eustachys?

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

What type of light does Allophylus eustachys need?

Allophylus eustachys 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

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