Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subtruncata
ID:
1305657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob. & A.J.Moore) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 167(3): 325 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318111

Common Names

  • Aldama subtruncata
  • Subtruncata Aldama
  • Aldama subtruncata Plant

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Description

Aldama subtruncata (also called 'Subtruncate Aldama', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in humid forests, often in areas with rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aldama subtruncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aldama subtruncata is a small, white, star-shaped flower that grows in clusters on a short stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green, and cylindrical.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aldama subtruncata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Aldama subtruncata

Aldama subtruncata can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Aldama subtruncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aldama subtruncata?

Aldama subtruncata

What is the common name of Aldama subtruncata?

Subtruncate aldama

What is the family of Aldama subtruncata?

Fabaceae

Species in the Aldama genus

Aldama mesoamericana, Aldama dentata, Aldama arenaria, Aldama aspilioides, Aldama bakeriana, Aldama bracteata, Aldama filifolia, Aldama santacatarinensis, Aldama subtruncata, Aldama tenuifolia, Aldama trichophylla, Aldama veredensis, Aldama vernonioides, Aldama kunthiana, Aldama laxicymosa, Aldama meridionalis, Aldama oblongifolia, Aldama robusta, Aldama rubra, Aldama gardneri, Aldama goyasensis, Aldama goyazii, Aldama grandiflora, Aldama knobiana, Aldama discolor, Aldama adenotricha, Aldama amphichlora, Aldama anchusifolia, Aldama angustifolia, Aldama apiculata, Aldama atacamensis, Aldama australis, Aldama bishopii, Aldama brandegeei, Aldama buddlejiformis, Aldama brittonii, Aldama breviflosculosa, Aldama canescens, Aldama congesta, Aldama coraniana, Aldama cordifolia, Aldama cornifolia, Aldama densifolia, Aldama dilloniorum, Aldama ellenbergii, Aldama emaciata, Aldama ensifolia, Aldama excelsa, Aldama fabrisii, Aldama flava,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Abigail J. Moore: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Moore' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.