Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cuneifolia
ID:
197424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 167 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196753

Common Names

  • Amphithalea
  • Cuneifolia
  • Cuneifolia False Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Epistemum ferrugineum Walp. [valid]
  • Priestleya cuneifolia (Eckl. & Zeyh.) F.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Amphithalea cuneifolia (also called Cuneiform Amphithalea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea cuneifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Amphithalea cuneifolia are white and have five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea cuneifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division and should be planted in the spring or fall. It can be pruned to keep it from becoming too tall.

Where to Find Amphithalea cuneifolia

Amphithalea cuneifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Amphithalea cuneifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea cuneifolia?

Amphithalea cuneifolia

What is the family of Amphithalea cuneifolia?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Amphithalea cuneifolia?

Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.