Nephelium hypoleucum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypoleucum
ID:
381941
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
ksu
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 40: 50 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381273
Common Names
- Nephelium hypoleucum
- White Longan
- White Longan Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nephelium hypoleucum (also called White Longan, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized tree with a short trunk and a wide, spreading canopy. The leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and glossy green. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant. The fruit is a round, white drupe with a thin, leathery husk.
Uses & Benefits
Nephelium hypoleucum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nephelium hypoleucum is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nephelium hypoleucum is a species of flowering plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed, and prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.
Where to Find Nephelium hypoleucum
Nephelium hypoleucum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is commonly found in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides.
Nephelium hypoleucum FAQ
What are the common uses of Nephelium hypoleucum?
Nephelium hypoleucum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
How can Nephelium hypoleucum be propagated?
Nephelium hypoleucum can be propagated through seed or cuttings.
What is the ideal growing environment for Nephelium hypoleucum?
Nephelium hypoleucum prefers a moist, sunny environment with well-drained soil.
Species in the Nephelium genus
Nephelium reticulatum, Nephelium subfalcatum, Nephelium toong, Nephelium uncinatum, Nephelium compressum, Nephelium costatum, Nephelium cuspidatum, Nephelium daedaleum, Nephelium aculeatum, Nephelium mangayi, Nephelium melliferum, Nephelium meduseum, Nephelium macrophyllum, Nephelium melanomiscum, Nephelium papillatum, Nephelium hamulatum, Nephelium laurinum, Nephelium lappaceum, Nephelium juglandifolium, Nephelium hypoleucum, Nephelium havilandii, Nephelium chryseum, Nephelium topengii, Nephelium ramboutan-ake,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783829-1: Based on the initial data import