Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
salinarius
ID:
527530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 29 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526862



Common Names

  • Salt Allophylus
  • Salty Allophylus
  • Saltbush Allophylus


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Description

Allophylus salinarius (also called sea myrtle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the coasts of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers to grow in sandy soils and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus salinarius is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus salinarius 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 salinarius 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 salinarius

Allophylus salinarius can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Allophylus salinarius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus salinarius?

Allophylus salinarius

What is the common name of Allophylus salinarius?

Salty Allophylus

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus salinarius?

Allophylus salinarius 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