Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
oahuensis
ID:
1135545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr. ex Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 401 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001134883



Common Names

  • Sapindus oahuensis
  • Oahu Sapindus
  • Oahu Soapberry


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Description

Sapindus oahuensis (also called Oahu Soapberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It has a smooth bark and its leaves are ovate-oblong, with a pointed tip. It is native to Hawaii, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sapindus oahuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge shrub. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping. It also has a high tolerance for salt and can be used to prevent erosion in coastal areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sapindus oahuensis are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sapindus oahuensis is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be pruned regularly to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Sapindus oahuensis

Sapindus oahuensis can be found in Hawaii.

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-28600571: Based on the initial data import
William Hillebrand (1821-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillebr.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.