Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
alba
ID:
197360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Granby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.80: 22 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196689

Common Names

  • Amphithalea alba
  • White Amphithalea
  • White False Acacia

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Description

Amphithalea alba (also called 'White Amphithalea', among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to East Africa. It grows in dry, open woodlands and savannas. It has yellow, fragrant flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea alba is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Amphithalea alba are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea alba is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Amphithalea alba

Amphithalea alba is native to Madagascar.

Amphithalea alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea alba?

Amphithalea alba

What is the common name of Amphithalea alba?

White Amphithalea

What is the family of Amphithalea alba?

Fabaceae

Species in the Amphithalea genus

Amphithalea alba, Amphithalea axillaris, Amphithalea biovulata, Amphithalea bodkinii, Amphithalea concava, Amphithalea cuneifolia, Amphithalea ericifolia, Amphithalea fourcadei, Amphithalea imbricata, Amphithalea intermedia, Amphithalea micrantha, Amphithalea oppositifolia, Amphithalea phylicoides, Amphithalea sericea, Amphithalea speciosa, Amphithalea stokoei, Amphithalea tomentosa, Amphithalea violacea, Amphithalea virgata, Amphithalea williamsonii, Amphithalea perplexa, Amphithalea bowiei, Amphithalea bullata, Amphithalea cedarbergensis, Amphithalea ciliaris, Amphithalea cymbifolia, Amphithalea dahlgrenii, Amphithalea flava, Amphithalea minima, Amphithalea monticola, Amphithalea muirii, Amphithalea muraltioides, Amphithalea obtusiloba, Amphithalea pageae, Amphithalea purpurea, Amphithalea rostrata, Amphithalea spinosa, Amphithalea tortilis, Amphithalea vlokii, Amphithalea ericaefolia, Amphithalea villosa, Amphithalea maroccana, Amphithalea tapetiformis, Amphithalea esterhuyseniae, Amphithalea ornata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References