Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
pallidum
ID:
359594

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Lawson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 615 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358926

Common Names

  • Pale Lophopetalum
  • Lophopetalum pallidum
  • Pale-flowered Lophopetalum

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Synonyms

  • Lophopetalum curtisii King [unknown]
  • Solenospermum pallidum (M.A.Lawson) Loes. [unknown]

Description

Lophopetalum pallidum (also called Pale Lophopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lophopetalum pallidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lophopetalum pallidum is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lophopetalum pallidum is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium. Layering is done by burying a low-lying branch in the soil and allowing it to root before severing it from the parent plant.

Where to Find Lophopetalum pallidum

Lophopetalum pallidum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Lophopetalum pallidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lophopetalum pallidum?

Lophopetalum pallidum

What is the common name of Lophopetalum pallidum?

Pale lophopetalum

Where is Lophopetalum pallidum found?

It is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa

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