Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
homei
ID:
1135887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. 1877: 120 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135225



Common Names

  • Podonephelium homei
  • Homei Podonephelium
  • Home's Podonephelium


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Description

Podonephelium homei (also called Homei Podonephelium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. It is a small deciduous tree that grows up to 8 m tall and has a spreading crown. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Podonephelium homei is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podonephelium homei are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podonephelium homei is a tropical tree that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Podonephelium homei

Podonephelium homei is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References