Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
robustus
ID:
527519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 19: 251. 1896

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526851



Common Names

  • Robust Allophylus
  • Stout Allophylus
  • Strong Allophylus


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Synonyms

  • Ornitrophe macrophylla Poir. [unknown]
  • Schmidelia macrophylla DC. [unknown]

Description

Allophylus robustus (also called Robust 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 robustus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus robustus 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 robustus is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Madagascar. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Allophylus robustus

Allophylus robustus is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Allophylus robustus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus robustus?

Allophylus robustus

What is the common name of Allophylus robustus?

Robust Allophylus

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus robustus?

Allophylus robustus is native to tropical rainforests in South America.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2629505: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.