Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
grotei
ID:
527359

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.G.Davies & Verdc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Sapindac.: 93 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526691



Common Names

  • Grote's Allophylus
  • Grote's False-Tamarind
  • Grote's Allophyllus


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Description

Allophylus grotei (also called Grote's 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 grotei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves and bark of the plant are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Allophylus grotei 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 grotei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Allophylus grotei

Allophylus grotei is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests.

Allophylus grotei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus grotei?

Allophylus grotei

What is the common name of Allophylus grotei?

Grote's Allophylus

Where is Allophylus grotei native to?

Mexico and Central 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-2629358: Based on the initial data import
Frances G. Davies (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Davies' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.