Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
foliolosum
ID:
716080

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Bullock

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1931: 356 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715413



Common Names

  • Foliolosum Haplocoelum
  • Foliolosum Silverbush
  • Silverbush


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Synonyms

  • Balsamea foliolosa Hiern [unknown]
  • Commiphora foliolosa K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Pistaciopsis dekindtiana Engl. [unknown]
  • Haplocoelum dekindtianum Radlk. [unknown]

Description

Haplocoelum foliolosum (also called 'Toothed-leaved Haplocoelum', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It has leathery leaves with toothed margins and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in dry open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Haplocoelum foliolosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Haplocoelum foliolosum sub. strongylocarpum (Bullock) Verdc.
Haplocoelum foliolosum sub. mombasense (Bullock) Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Haplocoelum foliolosum are small, yellow-green and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplocoelum foliolosum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for best results.

Where to Find Haplocoelum foliolosum

Haplocoelum foliolosum is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East.

Haplocoelum foliolosum FAQ

What are the common names of Haplocoelum foliolosum?

Common names of Haplocoelum foliolosum include Leafy Daisy and Leafy Daisy Bush.

What type of soil does Haplocoelum foliolosum prefer?

Haplocoelum foliolosum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the ideal temperature range for Haplocoelum foliolosum?

Haplocoelum foliolosum prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2839249: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.