Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
salignus
ID:
527529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Rumphia 3: 129 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526861

Common Names

  • Willow Allophylus
  • Salign Allophylus
  • Willow-leaved Allophylus

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Synonyms

  • Allophylus cobbe salignus (Blume) Capuron [unknown]

Description

Allophylus salignus (also called Willow 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 salignus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allophylus salignus 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 salignus 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 salignus

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

Allophylus salignus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allophylus salignus?

Allophylus salignus

What is the common name of Allophylus salignus?

Willow Allophylus

What is the natural habitat of Allophylus salignus?

Allophylus salignus is native to tropical rainforests in South America.

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