Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
1053610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowan

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.10(1): 145 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052948

Common Names

  • Aldina aurea
  • Golden Aldina
  • Golden Tree

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Description

Aldina aurea (also called Golden Aldina, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 25 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats. The leaves are pinnate and the flowers are yellow-orange in color.

Uses & Benefits

Aldina aurea is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aldina aurea is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aldina aurea is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical regions and is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings.

Where to Find Aldina aurea

Aldina aurea can be found in the western United States and northern Mexico.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: ild-15837: Originally associated with wfo-0000169537
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-15837: Originally associated with wfo-0000169537
John Macqueen Cowan (1892-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:8254-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Aldina aurea Cowan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.