Doratoxylon littorale - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
littorale
ID:
654867
Status:
valid
Authors:
Capuron
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Bot. 19: 37 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654199
Common Names
- Doratoxylon littorale
- Littorale Doratoxylon
- Littorale
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Doratoxylon littorale (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 littorale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Doratoxylon littorale 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.
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Doratoxylon littorale is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Doratoxylon littorale
Doratoxylon littorale can be found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Doratoxylon littorale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Doratoxylon littorale?
Doratoxylon littorale
What are the common names of Doratoxylon littorale?
Littoral Doratoxylon, Littoral Conebush
What is the growth habit of Doratoxylon littorale?
It is an upright, evergreen shrub
Species in the Doratoxylon genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2775452: Based on the initial data import
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.