Harpullia largifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
largifolia
ID:
716507
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 56: 314 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715840
Common Names
- Harpullia largifolia
- Large-Leaved Harpullia
- Largifolia Harpullia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harpullia largifolia (also called 'Lemon Aspen', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia, occurring in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. It is found in rainforest margins, in wet sclerophyll forest, and in dry sclerophyll forest.
Uses & Benefits
Harpullia largifolia 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 largifolia has white flowers with yellow centres and a diameter of around 1 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 largifolia 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 largifolia
Harpullia largifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Italy, and France.
Harpullia largifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpullia largifolia?
Harpullia largifolia
What is the common name of Harpullia largifolia?
Native Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Harpullia largifolia?
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
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783326-1: Based on the initial data import