Harpullia pedicellaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedicellaris
ID:
716521
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 20: 279 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715854
Common Names
- Pedicellaris Harpullia
- Native Peach
- Native Apricot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harpullia pedicellaris (also called Yellow Tulipwood, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m in height. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, and is found in rainforests, monsoon forests, and dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Harpullia pedicellaris 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
The flowers of Harpullia pedicellaris are white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Harpullia pedicellaris is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 12 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Harpullia pedicellaris
Harpullia pedicellaris is native to Australia.
Harpullia pedicellaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpullia pedicellaris?
Harpullia pedicellaris
What is the common name of Harpullia pedicellaris?
Native Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Harpullia pedicellaris?
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:783339-1: Based on the initial data import