Status:
valid
Authors:
Rugayah & Sunarti
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12: 330 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508516
Common Names
- Averrhoa Dolichocarpa
- Dolichocarpa Averrhoa
- Dolichocarpa Carambola
Description
Averrhoa dolichocarpa (also called Long-fruited Averrhoa, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Oxalidaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, growing in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Averrhoa dolichocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers, and can also be used as a groundcover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Averrhoa dolichocarpa has white flowers with five petals and a small, round seed capsule. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Averrhoa dolichocarpa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune back in early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Averrhoa dolichocarpa
Averrhoa dolichocarpa is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Averrhoa dolichocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Averrhoa dolichocarpa?
Averrhoa dolichocarpa
What is the common name of Averrhoa dolichocarpa?
Dolichocarpa
What is the natural habitat of Averrhoa dolichocarpa?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Averrhoa genus
Species in the Oxalidaceae family
Averrhoa dolichocarpa,
Averrhoa leucopetala,
Averrhoa bilimbi,
Averrhoa carambola,
Averrhoa microphylla,
Biophytum abyssinicum,
Biophytum adiantoides,
Biophytum aeschynomenifolia,
Biophytum albizzioides,
Biophytum amazonicum,
Biophytum antioquiense,
Biophytum bolivianum,
Biophytum boussingaultii,
Biophytum calophyllum,
Biophytum cardonaei,
Biophytum castum,
Biophytum chocoense,
Biophytum columbianum,
Biophytum commersonii,
Biophytum congestiflorum,
Biophytum cowanii,
Biophytum crassipes,
Biophytum dendroides,
Biophytum dormiens,
Biophytum falcifolium,
Biophytum forsythii,
Biophytum foxii,
Biophytum fruticosum,
Biophytum globuliflorum,
Biophytum gracile,
Biophytum heinrichsae,
Biophytum helenae,
Biophytum hermannii,
Biophytum hildebrandtii,
Biophytum huilense,
Biophytum insigne,
Biophytum intermedium,
Biophytum jessenii,
Biophytum juninense,
Biophytum kassneri,
Biophytum kayae,
Biophytum lindsaeifolium,
Biophytum longibracteatum,
Biophytum longipedunculatum,
Biophytum lourteigiae,
Biophytum luetzelburgii,
Biophytum macropodum,
Biophytum macrorrhizum,
Biophytum madurense,
Biophytum mapirense,
References
Rugayah (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rugayah' in the authors string.
Siti Sunarti: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sunarti' in the authors string.