Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Fl. Kais. Wilh. Land : 40 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538872
Common Names
- Antiarrhopis Decipiens
- Deceiving Antiaris
- Deceiving Upas Tree
Description
Antiaropsis decipiens (also called Decipiens' false-broom, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Fabaceae family. It can grow up to 3 m tall and has a spreading habit. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Antiaropsis decipiens is a perennial tree that is used for timber and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antiaropsis decipiens is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure, with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf emerging from the seed.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antiaropsis decipiens is a perennial evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in spring or early summer. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings in spring or early summer and root in moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Antiaropsis decipiens
Antiaropsis decipiens is found in tropical regions of South America.
Antiaropsis decipiens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antiaropsis decipiens?
Antiaropsis decipiens
What is the common name of Antiaropsis decipiens?
Deceptive Antiaropsis
What is the family of Antiaropsis decipiens?
Rubiaceae
Species in the Antiaropsis genus
Species in the Moraceae family
Allaeanthus greveanus,
Allaeanthus kurzii,
Allaeanthus luzonicus,
Allaeanthus zeylanicus,
Antiaris toxicaria,
Antiaropsis decipiens,
Antiaropsis uniflora,
Artocarpus albobrunneus,
Artocarpus altilis,
Artocarpus altissimus,
Artocarpus anisophyllus,
Artocarpus annulatus,
Artocarpus avatifolius,
Artocarpus blancoi,
Artocarpus brevipedunculatus,
Artocarpus camansi,
Artocarpus chama,
Artocarpus corneri,
Artocarpus elasticus,
Artocarpus excelsus,
Artocarpus fulvicortex,
Artocarpus glaucus,
Artocarpus gomezianus,
Artocarpus gongshanensis,
Artocarpus heterophyllus,
Artocarpus hirsutus,
Artocarpus hispidus,
Artocarpus horridus,
Artocarpus hypargyreus,
Artocarpus integer,
Artocarpus jarrettiae,
Artocarpus kemando,
Artocarpus lacucha,
Artocarpus lanceifolius,
Artocarpus longifolius,
Artocarpus lowii,
Artocarpus mariannensis,
Artocarpus multifidus,
Artocarpus nanchuanensis,
Artocarpus nigrifolius,
Artocarpus nitidus,
Artocarpus nobilis,
Artocarpus obtusus,
Artocarpus odoratissimus,
Artocarpus palembanicus,
Artocarpus petelotii,
Artocarpus pinnatisectus,
Artocarpus pithecogallus,
Artocarpus primackii,
Artocarpus reticulatus,