Aldina insignis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Endl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
W.G.Walpers, Repert. Bot. Syst.1: 843 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173800
Common Names
- Insignis Aldina
- Aldina Insignis
- Aldina Insignis Tree
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- Aldina insignis insignis [unknown]
- Allania insignis Benth. [valid]
- Aldina insignis retusa Cowan [unknown]
Description
Aldina insignis (also called showy aldina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.5–1.5 m. The leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate. It grows in open, dry, rocky areas and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Aldina insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aldina insignis is a white or yellowish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a flat, oblong, dark brown bean. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Aldina insignis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Aldina insignis
Aldina insignis can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Aldina insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aldina insignis?
Aldina insignis
What is the common name of Aldina insignis?
Distinguished Aldina
What type of plant is Aldina insignis?
Tree
Species in the Aldina genus
Aldina occidentalis, Aldina polyphylla, Aldina discolor, Aldina heterophylla, Aldina insignis, Aldina latifolia, Aldina macrophylla, Aldina barnebyana, Aldina diplogyne, Aldina microphylla, Aldina aurea, Aldina elliptica, Aldina kunhardtiana, Aldina petiolulata, Aldina reticulata, Aldina berryi, Aldina paulberryi,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Aldina insignis (Benth.) Endl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.