Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
453705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) T.G.Hartley

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 8: 287 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453037

Common Names

  • Obtusifolia Melicope
  • Obtusifolia Pepper
  • Obtusifolia Pelea

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Synonyms

  • Ampacus obtusifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Evodia obtusifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Fagara obtusifolia Schult. [unknown]

Description

Melicope obtusifolia (also called 'Kauila', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Hawaii. It has simple, alternate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry to wet forests, from sea level to about 4,000 feet.

Uses & Benefits

Melicope obtusifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make tea and its flowers are used in traditional medicine. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Melicope obtusifolia var. arborea (Coode) T.G.Hartley
Melicope obtusifolia sub. gigas (R.E.Vaughan ex Coode) T.G.Hartley
Melicope obtusifolia var. brachypoda (Coode) T.G.Hartley
Melicope obtusifolia var. cuneifolia (Coode) T.G.Hartley
Melicope obtusifolia var. inaequalis (Coode) T.G.Hartley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melicope obtusifolia is a small, white, four-petaled bloom that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white center. The seedling is a small, round, green plant with a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melicope obtusifolia is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height. It is native to Hawaii and is found in dry and mesic forests. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Melicope obtusifolia

Melicope obtusifolia is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found in wet forests at elevations of 1,000-2,500 m.

Melicope obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melicope obtusifolia?

Melicope obtusifolia

What type of plant is Melicope obtusifolia?

It is a species of tree in the family Rutaceae

Where is Melicope obtusifolia found?

It is found in Hawaii

Species in the Melicope genus

Melicope spathulata, Melicope taveuniensis, Melicope tahitensis, Melicope sulcata, Melicope sudestica, Melicope suberosa, Melicope sterrophylla, Melicope seemannii, Melicope steenisii, Melicope sororia, Melicope simplex, Melicope sessilis, Melicope burttiana, Melicope stellulata, Melicope vinkii, Melicope vieillardii, Melicope versteeghii, Melicope tekaoensis, Melicope trachycarpa, Melicope timorensis, Melicope pubifolia, Melicope puberula, Melicope pseudoanisata, Melicope ponapensis, Melicope segregis, Melicope polyadenia, Melicope petiolaris, Melicope perryae, Melicope perlmanii, Melicope peninsularis, Melicope polybotrya, Melicope rigoensis, Melicope savaiensis, Melicope sandwicensis, Melicope rotundifolia, Melicope quadrangularis, Melicope robbinsii, Melicope ridsdalei, Melicope revoluta, Melicope retusa, Melicope reticulata, Melicope reflexa, Melicope ramuliflora, Melicope vitiflora, Melicope robusta, Melicope woitapensis, Melicope wawraeana, Melicope wailauensis, Melicope waialealae, Melicope volcanica,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.