Nephelium lappaceum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lappaceum
ID:
381936
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1767
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 125. 1767 [15-31 Oct 1767]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381268
Common Names
- Nephelium lappaceum
- Longan
- Longan Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nephelium lappaceum (also called Longan, 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 lappaceum 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Nephelium lappaceum var. pallens (Hiern) Leenh.Nephelium lappaceum var. xanthioides (Radlk.) Leenh.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nephelium lappaceum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Nephelium lappaceum is a species of flowering plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed, and prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.
Where to Find Nephelium lappaceum
Nephelium lappaceum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is commonly found in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides.
Nephelium lappaceum FAQ
What are the common uses of Nephelium lappaceum?
Nephelium lappaceum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
How can Nephelium lappaceum be propagated?
Nephelium lappaceum can be propagated through seed or cuttings.
What is the ideal growing environment for Nephelium lappaceum?
Nephelium lappaceum prefers a moist, sunny environment with well-drained soil.
Species in the Nephelium genus
Nephelium reticulatum, Nephelium subfalcatum, Nephelium toong, Nephelium uncinatum, Nephelium compressum, Nephelium costatum, Nephelium cuspidatum, Nephelium daedaleum, Nephelium aculeatum, Nephelium mangayi, Nephelium melliferum, Nephelium meduseum, Nephelium macrophyllum, Nephelium melanomiscum, Nephelium papillatum, Nephelium hamulatum, Nephelium laurinum, Nephelium lappaceum, Nephelium juglandifolium, Nephelium hypoleucum, Nephelium havilandii, Nephelium chryseum, Nephelium topengii, Nephelium ramboutan-ake,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2382804: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.