Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 30: 349 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526599
Common Names
- Allophylus chaunostachys
- Chaunostachys Allophylus
- Allophylus Chaunostachys
Synonyms
- Allophylus buchananii Gilg ex Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus didymadenius Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus gazensis Baker f. [unknown]
- Allophylus richardsiae Exell [unknown]
- Allophylus tenuifolius Radlk. [unknown]
- Allophylus uwembae Gilli [unknown]
- Allophylus yeru Gilg [unknown]
- Allophylus buchananii ugandensis Baker f. [unknown]
Description
Allophylus chaunostachys (also called Chaunostachys Allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Afrotropical region, occurring in Angola, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe. It is found in dry woodland, bushland and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Allophylus chaunostachys is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria, and as an astringent and antiseptic. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allophylus chaunostachys is white and has 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus chaunostachys is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings are well-rooted.
Where to Find Allophylus chaunostachys
Allophylus chaunostachys is native to tropical Africa. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and savannas.
Allophylus chaunostachys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allophylus chaunostachys?
Allophylus chaunostachys
What are the common names of Allophylus chaunostachys?
False-Raspberry
What is the natural habitat of Allophylus chaunostachys?
Rainforests
Species in the Allophylus genus
Allophylus chrysothrix,
Allophylus abyssinicus,
Allophylus acutatus,
Allophylus africanus,
Allophylus agbala,
Allophylus aldabricus,
Allophylus altescandens,
Allophylus amazonicus,
Allophylus amboinensis,
Allophylus amentaceus,
Allophylus amplissimus,
Allophylus angustatus,
Allophylus antunesii,
Allophylus apiocarpus,
Allophylus arboreus,
Allophylus bartlettii,
Allophylus betongensis,
Allophylus bicruris,
Allophylus boinensis,
Allophylus bojerianus,
Allophylus bongolavensis,
Allophylus borbonicus,
Allophylus brachypetalus,
Allophylus brachystachys,
Allophylus brevipes,
Allophylus brevipetiolaris,
Allophylus bullatus,
Allophylus camptoneurus,
Allophylus camptostachys,
Allophylus capillipes,
Allophylus caudatus,
Allophylus cazengoensis,
Allophylus chartaceus,
Allophylus chaunostachys,
Allophylus chirindensis,
Allophylus chlorocarpus,
Allophylus chrysoneurus,
Allophylus cinnamomeus,
Allophylus cobbe,
Allophylus cominia,
Allophylus commersonii,
Allophylus concanicus,
Allophylus congolanus,
Allophylus conraui,
Allophylus coriaceus,
Allophylus costatus,
Allophylus crassinervis,
Allophylus crenatus,
Allophylus cristalensis,
Allophylus dasythyrsus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family