Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
527986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Braid

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 183 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527318

Common Names

  • Philippine Ironwood
  • Philippine Ash
  • Philippine Oak

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Description

Alphitonia philippinensis (also called Philippine Almond, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the Philippines. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, meadows, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Alphitonia philippinensis 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 philippinensis 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 philippinensis 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 philippinensis

Alphitonia philippinensis is native to the Philippines, where it is found in moist, lowland forests.

Alphitonia philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alphitonia philippinensis?

Alphitonia philippinensis

What is the common name of Alphitonia philippinensis?

Philippine Ash

What is the natural habitat of Alphitonia philippinensis?

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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