Status:
valid
Authors:
Somner, Ferrucci & Frazão
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 50: 402 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318105
Description
Allophylus exappendiculatus (also called 'Exappendiculate Allophylus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in humid forests, often in areas with rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Allophylus exappendiculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Allophylus exappendiculatus are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus exappendiculatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Allophylus exappendiculatus
Allophylus exappendiculatus can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Allophylus exappendiculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allophylus exappendiculatus?
Allophylus exappendiculatus
What is the common name of Allophylus exappendiculatus?
Exappendiculate allophylus
What is the family of Allophylus exappendiculatus?
Sapindaceae
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
Annelise Frazão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frazão' in the authors string.