Harpullia rhachiptera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhachiptera
ID:
716527
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 20: 278 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715860
Common Names
- Rhachiptera Harpullia
- Native Peach
- Native Apricot
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- Affonsea pteropoda Kosterm. [unknown]
Description
Harpullia rhachiptera (also called Black 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 rhachiptera 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 rhachiptera 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 rhachiptera is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 6 inches tall.
Where to Find Harpullia rhachiptera
Harpullia rhachiptera is native to Australia.
Harpullia rhachiptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpullia rhachiptera?
Harpullia rhachiptera
What is the common name of Harpullia rhachiptera?
Native Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Harpullia rhachiptera?
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:783346-1: Based on the initial data import