Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
mayimbensis
ID:
527438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pellegr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 100: 188 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526770



Common Names

  • Mayimbe Allophylus
  • African Allophylus
  • Hairy Allophylus


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Description

Allophylus mayimbensis (also called Mayimbe 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 mayimbensis 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 mayimbensis 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 mayimbensis 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 mayimbensis

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

Allophylus mayimbensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus mayimbensis?

Allophylus mayimbensis

What is the common name of Allophylus mayimbensis?

Mayimbensis

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus mayimbensis?

Tropical rainforests

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