Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
coriaceus
ID:
527296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 38: 211, 235. 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526628

Common Names

  • Coriaceus Allophylus
  • African Boxwood
  • Coriaceous Allophylus

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Description

Allophylus coriaceus (also called Small-leaved Allophylus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry, deciduous forests, woodlands, and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus coriaceus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Allophylus coriaceus are small, white and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus coriaceus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Allophylus coriaceus

Allophylus coriaceus is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests.

Allophylus coriaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus coriaceus?

Allophylus coriaceus

What are the common names of Allophylus coriaceus?

False-Raspberry

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus coriaceus?

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

References