Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
macrodontus
ID:
527429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 19: 45 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526761



Common Names

  • Allophylus macrodontus
  • Macrodontus Allophylus
  • Allophylus Macrodontus


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Description

Allophylus macrodontus (also called Large-toothed Allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and its habitats include tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus macrodontus has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and gastrointestinal disorders. It is also used as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus macrodontus is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings are thin and green, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus macrodontus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Allophylus macrodontus

Allophylus macrodontus is found in tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Allophylus macrodontus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus macrodontus?

Allophylus macrodontus

What type of plant is Allophylus macrodontus?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Allophylus macrodontus native to?

East 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