Harpullia giganteacapsula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
giganteacapsula
ID:
716500
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Vente
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Blumea 28: 17 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715833
Common Names
- Harpullia giganteacapsula
- Giant-capsule Harpullia
- Giant-capsule False Sarsaparilla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harpullia giganteacapsula (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 giganteacapsula 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 giganteacapsula has white flowers with yellow centres and a diameter of around 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Harpullia giganteacapsula is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Harpullia giganteacapsula
Harpullia giganteacapsula is native to the Middle East and can be found in countries such as Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
Harpullia giganteacapsula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpullia giganteacapsula?
Harpullia giganteacapsula
What is the common name of Harpullia giganteacapsula?
Native Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Harpullia giganteacapsula?
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,