Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
527978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mansf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 222 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527310

Common Names

  • Large-fruited Ironwood
  • Large-fruited Ash
  • Large-fruited Oak

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Description

Alphitonia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Almond, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Australia and New Guinea. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, meadows, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Alphitonia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alphitonia macrocarpa is a small, white spikelet. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alphitonia macrocarpa is a medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 15–20 m (49–66 ft). It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Alphitonia macrocarpa

Alphitonia macrocarpa can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.

Alphitonia macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alphitonia macrocarpa?

Alphitonia macrocarpa

What is the common name of Alphitonia macrocarpa?

Large-fruited Ash

What is the natural habitat of Alphitonia macrocarpa?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

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