Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
hamulatum
ID:
381924

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. 1877: 229 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381256

Common Names

  • Hamulatum Nephelium
  • Hamulatum Rambutan
  • Hamulatum Pulasan

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Description

Nephelium hamulatum (also called Longkong, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized tree with a short trunk and a wide, spreading canopy. The leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and glossy green. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant. The fruit is a round, yellow-brown drupe with a thin, leathery husk.

Uses & Benefits

Nephelium hamulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nephelium hamulatum is a small, yellowish-green spikelet with a single spikelet at the top. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nephelium hamulatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires regular watering and is best propagated in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Nephelium hamulatum

Nephelium hamulatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is commonly found in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Nephelium hamulatum FAQ

What are the common uses of Nephelium hamulatum?

Nephelium hamulatum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

How can Nephelium hamulatum be propagated?

Nephelium hamulatum can be propagated through seed or cuttings.

What is the ideal growing environment for Nephelium hamulatum?

Nephelium hamulatum prefers a moist, sunny environment with well-drained soil.

Species in the Sapindaceae family