Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
arborea
ID:
716482

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 16: 404 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715815



Common Names

  • Harpullia arborea
  • Tree Harpullia
  • Tree False Sarsaparilla


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Synonyms

  • Otonychium imbricatum Blume [unknown]
  • Ptelea arborea Blanco [unknown]
  • Harpullia blancoi Fern.-Vill. [unknown]
  • Harpullia condorensis Pierre [unknown]
  • Harpullia glanduligera Radlk. [unknown]
  • Harpullia imbricata Thwaites [unknown]
  • Harpullia mellea Lauterb. [unknown]
  • Harpullia sphaeroloba Radlk. [unknown]
  • Harpullia tomentosa Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Harpullia arborea (also called Harpullia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Harpullia arborea is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harpullia arborea has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harpullia arborea is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Harpullia arborea

Harpullia arborea is native to the Middle East and can be found in countries such as Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Harpullia arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harpullia arborea?

Harpullia arborea

What is the common name of Harpullia arborea?

Native Tamarind

What is the natural habitat of Harpullia arborea?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2839774: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.