Harpullia leichhardtii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leichhardtii
ID:
716508
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 470 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715841
Common Names
- Leichhardt's Harpullia
- Native Peach
- Native Apricot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harpullia leichhardtii (also called 'Leichhardt's Harpullia', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to northern Australia, occurring in the Northern Territory, Queensland and Western Australia. It is found in monsoon forest, in vine thickets, and in open forest.
Uses & Benefits
Harpullia leichhardtii has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, a source of timber, and a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Harpullia leichhardtii has white flowers with yellow centres and a diameter of around 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Harpullia leichhardtii is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Harpullia leichhardtii
Harpullia leichhardtii is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory.
Harpullia leichhardtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpullia leichhardtii?
Harpullia leichhardtii
What is the common name of Harpullia leichhardtii?
Native Tamarind
What is the natural habitat of Harpullia leichhardtii?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Harpullia genus
Harpullia alata, Harpullia arborea, Harpullia austrocaledonica, Harpullia camptoneura, Harpullia carrii, Harpullia cauliflora, Harpullia crustacea, Harpullia cupanioides, Harpullia frutescens, Harpullia giganteacapsula, Harpullia hillii, Harpullia hirsuta, Harpullia largifolia, Harpullia leichhardtii, Harpullia leptococca, Harpullia longipetala, Harpullia myrmecophila, Harpullia oococca, Harpullia pedicellaris, Harpullia peekeliana, Harpullia petiolaris, Harpullia rhachiptera, Harpullia rhyticarpa, Harpullia solomonensis, Harpullia thanatophora, Harpullia vaga, Harpullia mabberleyana, Harpullia pendula,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783327-1: Based on the initial data import