Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
leptococcus
ID:
527407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. 1877: 126 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526739

Common Names

  • Allophylus leptococcus
  • Leptococcus Allophylus
  • Allophylus Leptococcus

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Description

Allophylus leptococcus (also called Slender-fruited Allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus leptococcus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus leptococcus is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings are thin and green, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus leptococcus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during the growing season. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Allophylus leptococcus

Allophylus leptococcus is native to tropical Africa. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and savannas.

Allophylus leptococcus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus leptococcus?

Allophylus leptococcus

What type of plant is Allophylus leptococcus?

Tree

Where is Allophylus leptococcus found?

Africa

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