Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
repandulum
ID:
1279381

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Jackes

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 105 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278719

Common Names

  • Tapeinosperma repandulum
  • Umbrella Tree
  • Umbrella-tree

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Description

Tapeinosperma repandulum (also called Repand Tapeinosperma, among many other common names) is a tree of the family Sapindaceae. It is native to Central America and is found in wet, montane forests. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are alternate, simple and elliptic-lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinosperma repandulum is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tapeinosperma repandulum is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinosperma repandulum is a tropical tree species native to Central and South America. It is usually propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature trees and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight.

Where to Find Tapeinosperma repandulum

Tapeinosperma repandulum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tapeinosperma repandulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma repandulum?

Tapeinosperma repandulum

What is the common name of Tapeinosperma repandulum?

Repandulum Tapeinosperma

Where is Tapeinosperma repandulum found?

Central America

Species in the Tapeinosperma genus

Tapeinosperma acutangulum, Tapeinosperma canalense, Tapeinosperma campanula, Tapeinosperma borneense, Tapeinosperma babucense, Tapeinosperma aragoense, Tapeinosperma ampliflorum, Tapeinosperma amplexicaule, Tapeinosperma alatum, Tapeinosperma chloranthum, Tapeinosperma amosense, Tapeinosperma capitatum, Tapeinosperma robustum, Tapeinosperma pulchellum, Tapeinosperma psaladense, Tapeinosperma rubriscapum, Tapeinosperma pauciflorum, Tapeinosperma pancheri, Tapeinosperma pachycaulum, Tapeinosperma oblongifolium, Tapeinosperma nitidum, Tapeinosperma netor, Tapeinosperma nectandroides, Tapeinosperma multipunctatum, Tapeinosperma wagapense, Tapeinosperma rubidum, Tapeinosperma whitei, Tapeinosperma ligulifolium, Tapeinosperma vieillardii, Tapeinosperma vestitum, Tapeinosperma tenue, Tapeinosperma squarrosum, Tapeinosperma sessilifolium, Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum, Tapeinosperma schlechteri, Tapeinosperma commutatum, Tapeinosperma colnettianum, Tapeinosperma clethroides, Tapeinosperma clavatum, Tapeinosperma minutum, Tapeinosperma cuspidatum, Tapeinosperma grandiflorum, Tapeinosperma lenormandii, Tapeinosperma lecardii, Tapeinosperma laurifolium, Tapeinosperma laeve, Tapeinosperma koghiense, Tapeinosperma kajewskii, Tapeinosperma greenwoodii, Tapeinosperma cristobalense,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Betsy Rivers Jackes (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jackes' in the authors string.