Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
rufum
ID:
858012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Flora 21(Beibl. 2): 94 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857347



Common Names

  • Rufous Chrysoxylon
  • Rufous Chrysoxylon Tree
  • Rufous Chrysoxylon Wood


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Description

Chrysophyllum rufum (also called Red Star Apple, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It typically grows to a height of 20-30 feet and has dark green, glossy leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is often found in forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysophyllum rufum is used as an ornamental tree in landscaping and horticulture. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysophyllum rufum is a small, yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown drupe, and the seedling is a small, slender tree with a spreading growth habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysophyllum rufum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and full sun, and should be planted in spring or fall. It is a drought tolerant plant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It is also a good choice for erosion control.

Where to Find Chrysophyllum rufum

Chrysophyllum rufum can be found in moist meadows, wet woods, and along streams in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Chrysophyllum rufum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysophyllum rufum?

Chrysophyllum rufum

What is the natural habitat of Chrysophyllum rufum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What type of soil does Chrysophyllum rufum prefer?

Well-drained, moist soil

Species in the Chrysophyllum genus

Chrysophyllum contumacense, Chrysophyllum manabiense, Chrysophyllum wilsonii, Chrysophyllum acreanum, Chrysophyllum africanum, Chrysophyllum albidum, Chrysophyllum albipilum, Chrysophyllum amazonicum, Chrysophyllum arenarium, Chrysophyllum argenteum, Chrysophyllum aulacocarpum, Chrysophyllum bicolor, Chrysophyllum bombycinum, Chrysophyllum brenesii, Chrysophyllum cainito, Chrysophyllum colombianum, Chrysophyllum cuneifolium, Chrysophyllum durifructum, Chrysophyllum euryphyllum, Chrysophyllum eximium, Chrysophyllum flexuosum, Chrysophyllum gonocarpum, Chrysophyllum hirsutum, Chrysophyllum imperiale, Chrysophyllum inornatum, Chrysophyllum januariense, Chrysophyllum lanatum, Chrysophyllum lucentifolium, Chrysophyllum manaosense, Chrysophyllum marginatum, Chrysophyllum mexicanum, Chrysophyllum ogowense, Chrysophyllum oliviforme, Chrysophyllum ovale, Chrysophyllum papuanicum, Chrysophyllum paranaense, Chrysophyllum parvulum, Chrysophyllum pauciflorum, Chrysophyllum perpulchrum, Chrysophyllum perrieri, Chrysophyllum pomiferum, Chrysophyllum prieurii, Chrysophyllum reitzianum, Chrysophyllum revolutum, Chrysophyllum roxburghii, Chrysophyllum rufum, Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum, Chrysophyllum scalare, Chrysophyllum sparsiflorum, Chrysophyllum splendens,

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,