Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 62 (1788)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526834
Common Names
- Racemose Allophylus
- Racemosus Allophylus
- Clustered Allophylus
Synonyms
- Schmidelia inaequilatera Mart. [unknown]
- Schmidelia sericea Cambess. [unknown]
- Schmidelia unguicularis Turcz. [unknown]
- Schmidelia occidentalis Sw. [unknown]
- Schmidelia velutina Turcz. [unknown]
- Allophylus occidentalis Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus occidentalis genuinus Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus occidentalis mollis Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus occidentalis velutinus Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus sericeus Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus racemosus racemosus [unknown]
Description
Allophylus racemosus (also called Racemose Allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforest, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Allophylus racemosus 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allophylus racemosus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus racemosus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Allophylus racemosus
Allophylus racemosus can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Allophylus racemosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allophylus racemosus?
Allophylus racemosus
What is the common name of Allophylus racemosus?
Racemose Allophylus
Where is Allophylus racemosus found?
It is found in tropical 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