Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
reticulatus
ID:
527508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(5): 312 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526840

Common Names

  • Reticulate Allophylus
  • Reticulatus Allophylus
  • Netted Allophylus

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Description

Allophylus reticulatus (also called Netted Allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforest, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Allophylus reticulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus reticulatus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophylus reticulatus is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Allophylus reticulatus

Allophylus reticulatus is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Allophylus reticulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus reticulatus?

Allophylus reticulatus

What is the common name of Allophylus reticulatus?

Reticulate Allophylus

What are the characteristics of Allophylus reticulatus?

It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit. It has leathery leaves that are arranged in a reticulate pattern and small white flowers.

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