Harpullia austrocaledonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austrocaledonica
ID:
716483
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 11: 242 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715816
Common Names
- Harpullia austrocaledonica
- Australian-Caledonian Harpullia
- Australian-Caledonian False Sarsaparilla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harpullia austrocaledonica (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 austrocaledonica has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, a source of timber, and a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Harpullia austrocaledonica 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Harpullia austrocaledonica is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant once established and can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring.
Where to Find Harpullia austrocaledonica
Harpullia austrocaledonica is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory.
Harpullia austrocaledonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpullia austrocaledonica?
Harpullia austrocaledonica
What is the common name of Harpullia austrocaledonica?
Native Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Harpullia austrocaledonica?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Harpullia genus
Harpullia alata, Harpullia arborea, Harpullia austrocaledonica, Harpullia camptoneura, Harpullia carrii, Harpullia cauliflora, Harpullia crustacea, Harpullia cupanioides, Harpullia frutescens, Harpullia giganteacapsula, Harpullia hillii, Harpullia hirsuta, Harpullia largifolia, Harpullia leichhardtii, Harpullia leptococca, Harpullia longipetala, Harpullia myrmecophila, Harpullia oococca, Harpullia pedicellaris, Harpullia peekeliana, Harpullia petiolaris, Harpullia rhachiptera, Harpullia rhyticarpa, Harpullia solomonensis, Harpullia thanatophora, Harpullia vaga, Harpullia mabberleyana, Harpullia pendula,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783305-1: Based on the initial data import