Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
toong
ID:
381809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raoul & Sagot ex Crevost & Lemarié

Source:
ksu

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Cat. Prod. Indochine 1: 226 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381141

Common Names

  • Nephelium toong
  • Toong Rambutan
  • Rambutan

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Description

Nephelium toong (also called Toong Rambutan, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of up to 20 meters and has a stout trunk with a spreading crown. It is found in moist, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Nephelium toong is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nephelium toong has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and rounded. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nephelium toong is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring, and divisions can be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Nephelium toong

Nephelium toong is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.

Nephelium toong FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nephelium toong?

Nephelium toong

What is the common name of Nephelium toong?

Tongan Rambutan

What type of plant is Nephelium toong?

Tropical fruit tree

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Étienne Fiacre Louis Raoul (1815-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raoul' in the authors string.
Charles Crevost (1858-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crevost' in the authors string.
Paul Antoine Sagot (1821-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagot' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783891-1: Based on the initial data import