Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
rubifolius
ID:
527521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1891(2): 292 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526853



Common Names

  • Ruby-leaved Allophylus
  • Red-leaved Allophylus
  • Scarlet Allophylus


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Synonyms

  • Allophylus erlangeri Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Allophylus fischeri Gilg [unknown]
  • Allophylus tristis Radlk. [unknown]
  • Schmidelia rubifolia Hochst. ex A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Allophylus rubifolius (also called Red-leaved 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 rubifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Allophylus rubifolius var. alnifolius (Baker) Friis & Vollesen
Allophylus rubifolius var. dasystachys (Gilg) Verdc.
Allophylus rubifolius var. rhusiphyllus (Balf.f.) Friis & Vollesen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus rubifolius 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 rubifolius 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 rubifolius

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

Allophylus rubifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus rubifolius?

Allophylus rubifolius

What is the common name of Allophylus rubifolius?

Red-Leaf Allophylus

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus rubifolius?

Allophylus rubifolius 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