Status:
valid
Authors:
Cowan
Source:
tro
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.8: 106 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052950
Common Names
- Aldina kunhardtiana
- Kunhardt's Aldina
- Kunhardt's Tree
Description
Aldina kunhardtiana (also called Kunhardt's Aldina, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 15 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 kunhardtiana 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 kunhardtiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aldina kunhardtiana 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 kunhardtiana
Aldina kunhardtiana can be found in the western United States and northern Mexico.
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