Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
laxiflorus
ID:
527401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 28 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526733



Common Names

  • Laxiflorus Allophylus
  • African Boxwood
  • Loose-Flowered Allophylus


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Description

Allophylus laxiflorus (also called Loose-flowered 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 laxiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus laxiflorus 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 laxiflorus 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 laxiflorus

Allophylus laxiflorus is native to tropical Africa. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and savannas.

Allophylus laxiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus laxiflorus?

Allophylus laxiflorus

What type of plant is Allophylus laxiflorus?

Tree

Where is Allophylus laxiflorus found?

Africa

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