Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
petiolulatus
ID:
527489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 16: 181 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526821



Common Names

  • Petiolulate Allophylus
  • Petiolulatus Allophylus
  • Stalked-Leaved Allophylus


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Description

Allophylus petiolulatus (also called Chinese Rice Flower, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and its habitats include tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus petiolulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Allophylus petiolulatus var. pulverulenta Radlk.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus petiolulatus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus petiolulatus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Allophylus petiolulatus

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

Allophylus petiolulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus petiolulatus?

Allophylus petiolulatus

What is the common name of Allophylus petiolulatus?

Petiolulatus Allophyllus

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus petiolulatus?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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