Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 38: 215, 236. 1909
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526890
Common Names
- Allophylus stenodictyus
- Stenodictyus Allophylus
- Stenodictyus
Description
Allophylus stenodictyus (also called narrow-leaved allophylus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the islands of the Philippines. It prefers to grow in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Allophylus stenodictyus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white, with four petals. Seed: small, black, round. Seedlings: thin, green, with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allophylus stenodictyus is a small evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Allophylus stenodictyus
Allophylus stenodictyus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Allophylus stenodictyus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allophylus stenodictyus?
Allophylus stenodictyus
What is the common name of Allophylus stenodictyus?
Stenodictyus Allophylus
What is the natural habitat of Allophylus stenodictyus?
Allophylus stenodictyus 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