Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 369 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639393
Common Names
- Yellow-fruited Deinbollia
- Deinbollia xanthocarpa
- Yellow-fruited Mahogany
Synonyms
- Sapindus xanthocarpus Klotzsch [unknown]
- Deinbollia marginata Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Deinbollia xanthocarpa (also called 'Tibouchina xanthocarpa', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces clusters of yellow-orange flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Deinbollia xanthocarpa has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Deinbollia xanthocarpa is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deinbollia xanthocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Deinbollia xanthocarpa
Deinbollia xanthocarpa can be found in the Cape Province of South Africa.
Deinbollia xanthocarpa FAQ
What is the common name of Deinbollia xanthocarpa?
African boxwood
What is the scientific name of African boxwood?
Deinbollia xanthocarpa
What is the natural habitat of Deinbollia xanthocarpa?
Dry woodlands and savannas
Species in the Deinbollia genus
Deinbollia acuminata,
Deinbollia angustifolia,
Deinbollia boinensis,
Deinbollia borbonica,
Deinbollia calophylla,
Deinbollia cauliflora,
Deinbollia crassipes,
Deinbollia cuneifolia,
Deinbollia dasybotrys,
Deinbollia evrardii,
Deinbollia fanshawei,
Deinbollia fulvotomentella,
Deinbollia gossweileri,
Deinbollia grandifolia,
Deinbollia hierniana,
Deinbollia insignis,
Deinbollia kilimandscharica,
Deinbollia laurentii,
Deinbollia laurifolia,
Deinbollia longiacuminata,
Deinbollia macrantha,
Deinbollia macrocarpa,
Deinbollia macroura,
Deinbollia maxima,
Deinbollia mezilii,
Deinbollia neglecta,
Deinbollia nyasica,
Deinbollia oblongifolia,
Deinbollia pervillei,
Deinbollia pinnata,
Deinbollia pycnophylla,
Deinbollia pynaertii,
Deinbollia rambaensis,
Deinbollia reticulata,
Deinbollia revoluta,
Deinbollia saligna,
Deinbollia unijuga,
Deinbollia xanthocarpa,
Deinbollia oreophila,
Species in the Sapindaceae family