Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
hymenocalyx
ID:
527376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 38: 229, 238 (1908 publ. 1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526708



Common Names

  • Hymenocalyx Allophylus
  • Hymenocalyx False-Tamarind
  • Hymenocalyx Allophyllus


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Description

Allophylus hymenocalyx (also called Hymenocalyx Allophylus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub or tree, usually growing up to 8 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 hymenocalyx texture.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus hymenocalyx 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 flower of Allophylus hymenocalyx is white or yellowish-white with a five-lobed calyx and a four-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus hymenocalyx is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during the growing season. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Allophylus hymenocalyx

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

Allophylus hymenocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus hymenocalyx?

Allophylus hymenocalyx

What is the common name of Allophylus hymenocalyx?

Hymenocalyx Allophylus

Where is Allophylus hymenocalyx native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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