Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sphaeridiophora
ID:
250290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 1(Suppl.): 76 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249622

Common Names

  • Sphaeridiophora Aporosa
  • Sphaeridiophora Indian Mulberry Tree
  • Sphaeridiophora Cheese Fruit Tree

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Synonyms

  • Aporosa bulusanensis Elmer ex Merr. [unknown]
  • Aporosa rotundifolia Elmer ex Merr. [unknown]
  • Aporosa sorsogonensis Elmer ex Merr. [unknown]

Description

Aporosa sphaeridiophora (also called African Peach, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa sphaeridiophora is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aporosa sphaeridiophora var. campanulata (J.J.Sm.) Pax & K.Hoffm.
Aporosa sphaeridiophora var. sphaeridiophora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aporosa sphaeridiophora has white or yellowish-white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa sphaeridiophora can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aporosa sphaeridiophora

Aporosa sphaeridiophora is found in tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines and Indonesia.

Aporosa sphaeridiophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa sphaeridiophora?

Aporosa sphaeridiophora

What is the family of Aporosa sphaeridiophora?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Aporosa sphaeridiophora?

Sphaeridiophora Aporosa

Species in the Aporosa genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References