Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
fuscus
ID:
526135

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 461 (1913 publ. 1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525467

Common Names

  • Fuscous Alectryon
  • Fuscous Bur-Marigold
  • Fuscous Cudweed

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Description

Alectryon fuscus (also called Alectryon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It has a short trunk and large, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, fertile soils and is often found in dense forests.

Uses & Benefits

Alectryon fuscus is used as a source of firewood and timber, and its leaves and flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alectryon fuscus is a shrub or small tree that can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings may also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Where to Find Alectryon fuscus

Alectryon fuscus is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Alectryon fuscus FAQ

What is the common name of Alectryon fuscus?

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What is the native habitat of Alectryon fuscus?

Native to New Zealand

Species in the Alectryon genus

Alectryon affinis, Alectryon bleeseri, Alectryon cardiocarpus, Alectryon carinatus, Alectryon celebicus, Alectryon connatum, Alectryon coriaceus, Alectryon diversifolius, Alectryon excelsus, Alectryon excisus, Alectryon ferrugineum, Alectryon forsythii, Alectryon fuscus, Alectryon glaber, Alectryon grandifolius, Alectryon inaequilaterus, Alectryon kangeanensis, Alectryon kimberleyanus, Alectryon laevis, Alectryon macrococcum, Alectryon macrophyllus, Alectryon mahoe, Alectryon mollis, Alectryon myrmecophilus, Alectryon ochraceus, Alectryon oleifolius, Alectryon pubescens, Alectryon ramiflorus, Alectryon repandodentatus, Alectryon reticulatus, Alectryon samoensis, Alectryon semicinereum, Alectryon serratus, Alectryon sphaerococcum, Alectryon strigosus, Alectryon subcinereum, Alectryon subdentatum, Alectryon tomentosum, Alectryon tropicus, Alectryon unilobatus,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References