Nephelium subfalcatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subfalcatum
ID:
381808
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 3: 353 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381140
Common Names
- Nephelium subfalcatum
- Subfalcate Rambutan
- Rambutan
Searching for Nephelium subfalcatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nephelium subfalcatum (also called Subfalcate Rambutan, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of up to 20 meters and has a stout trunk with a spreading crown. It is found in moist, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Nephelium subfalcatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nephelium subfalcatum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and rounded. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Searching for Nephelium subfalcatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nephelium subfalcatum is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring, and divisions can be taken in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Nephelium subfalcatum
Nephelium subfalcatum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.
Nephelium subfalcatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nephelium subfalcatum?
Nephelium subfalcatum
What is the common name of Nephelium subfalcatum?
Chinese Rambutan
What type of plant is Nephelium subfalcatum?
Tropical fruit tree
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
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783885-1: Based on the initial data import