Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
zizyphoides
ID:
528000

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 278 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527332

Common Names

  • Zizyphus Ironwood
  • Zizyphus Ash
  • Zizyphus Oak

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Synonyms

  • Rhamnus zizyphoides Biehler [unknown]
  • Pomaderris zizyphoides Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Alphitonia zizyphoides (also called Zizyphus 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 zizyphoides 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 flowers of Alphitonia zizyphoides are small, white and fragrant, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alphitonia zizyphoides 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 zizyphoides

Alphitonia zizyphoides is native to Australia, where it is found in moist, lowland forests.

Alphitonia zizyphoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alphitonia zizyphoides?

Alphitonia zizyphoides

What is the common name of Alphitonia zizyphoides?

Zizyphus Ash

What is the natural habitat of Alphitonia zizyphoides?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2630006: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.