Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
apetalum
ID:
654864

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Index Gen. Phan. : 81 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654196



Common Names

  • Doratoxylon apetalum
  • Apetalum Doratoxylon
  • Apetalum


Searching for Doratoxylon apetalum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Melicocca diversifolia Juss. [unknown]
  • Melicocca diphylla Bojer [unknown]
  • Melicocca apetala Poir. [unknown]
  • Stadmannia diversifolia (Juss.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Doratoxylon diversifolium (Juss.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Doratoxylon mauritanum Thouars ex Baker [unknown]
  • Hippobromus apetalus Cordem. [unknown]
  • Hippobromus apetalus diphyllus Cordem. [unknown]
  • Hypelate diversifolia Cambess. [unknown]
  • Doratoxylon apetalum madagascariense Capuron [unknown]
  • Melicoccus diversifolia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Melicoccus apetala Poir. [unknown]

Description

Doratoxylon apetalum (also called wild custard apple, wild pear, or wild peach, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Africa. It has large, leathery leaves and white or pink flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Doratoxylon apetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Doratoxylon apetalum is a small, yellow-green flower with four petals. The seed is a small, oval-shaped seed with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small, yellow-green plants with four leaves.

Searching for Doratoxylon apetalum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Doratoxylon apetalum can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay and dry soils.

Where to Find Doratoxylon apetalum

Doratoxylon apetalum can be found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Doratoxylon apetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Doratoxylon apetalum?

Doratoxylon apetalum

What are the common names of Doratoxylon apetalum?

Apetalous Doratoxylon, Apetalous Conebush

What is the growth habit of Doratoxylon apetalum?

It is an upright, evergreen shrub

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2775448: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.