Vegetation Database .. detailed information | |
red ash, soap tree Alphitonia excelsa | |
Alphitonia excelsa (Leaf) | |
Photo courtesy of Keith Townsend. | |
Plant Family : | Rhamnaceae |
Plant Form : | tree |
Growth Habit : | Tree 7-15m tall |
Fruiting Season : | Winter |
Description : | Crushed leaves will lather in water and used as a soap substitute, an infusion of leaves in warm water is used for bathing headaches and an infusion of bark, root and wood is rubbed on the body as a liniment for body pains. |
Distribution : | Common local species. Across northern Australia, in rainforest, open forest and arid areas. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
Additional info .. | locations seen (19) .. habitats seen (11) .. |
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