Status:
valid
Authors:
(Welw. ex Oliv.) Exell & Torre
Source:
ildis
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 29: 42 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183953
Common Names
- Andongensis Amblygonocarpus
- Amblygonocarpus Andongensis
- Andong Amblygonocarpus
Synonyms
- Amblygonocarpus obtusangulus (Welw. ex Oliv.) Harms [valid]
- Amblygonocarpus schweinfurthii Harms [valid]
- Tetrapleura andongensis schweinfurthii (Harms) Aubrév. [valid]
- Tetrapleura obtusangula Welw. ex Oliv. [valid]
- Tetrapleura andongensis Welw. ex Oliv. [valid]
Description
Amblygonocarpus andongensis (also called Andongensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Angola. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are simple and alternate. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Amblygonocarpus andongensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amblygonocarpus andongensis has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amblygonocarpus andongensis is a tropical shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and should be watered regularly. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings.
Where to Find Amblygonocarpus andongensis
Amblygonocarpus andongensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and South America.
Amblygonocarpus andongensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amblygonocarpus andongensis?
Amblygonocarpus andongensis
What is the common name of Amblygonocarpus andongensis?
Andong Amblygonocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Amblygonocarpus andongensis?
It is native to Central and South America.
Species in the Amblygonocarpus genus
Species in the Fabaceae family