Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
rhomboidalis
ID:
527512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 20: 230 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526844

Common Names

  • Rhomboid Allophylus
  • Diamond-leaved Allophylus
  • Oval-leaved Allophylus

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Synonyms

  • Schmidelia rhomboidalis Nadeaud [unknown]
  • Allophylus tahitensis Radlk. [unknown]

Description

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

Where to Find Allophylus rhomboidalis

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

Allophylus rhomboidalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus rhomboidalis?

Allophylus rhomboidalis

What is the common name of Allophylus rhomboidalis?

Rhomboid Allophylus

What are the characteristics of Allophylus rhomboidalis?

It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit. It has leathery leaves that are arranged in a rhomboid 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