Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(5): 313 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526916
Common Names
- Allophylus trichodesmus
- Trichodesmus Allophylus
- Trichodesmus
Synonyms
- Allophylus cobbe trichodesmus (Radlk.) Capuron [unknown]
Description
Allophylus trichodesmus (also called hairy allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the islands of the Philippines. It prefers to grow in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Allophylus trichodesmus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white or yellowish-white, in axillary cymes. Seed: small, oblong, brownish-black. Seedlings: with opposite, ovate-lanceolate, serrate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus trichodesmus is a small evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Allophylus trichodesmus
Allophylus trichodesmus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Allophylus trichodesmus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allophylus trichodesmus?
Allophylus trichodesmus
What is the common name of Allophylus trichodesmus?
Hairy Allophylus
What are the characteristics of Allophylus trichodesmus?
It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit. It has leathery leaves that are arranged in a reticulate pattern and small white flowers that are covered in hairs.
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