Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
imbricata
ID:
197495

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Druce

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Exch. Club Soc. Brit. Isles3: 413 (1913 publ. 1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196824

Common Names

  • Amphithalea Imbricata
  • Imbricata Amphithalea
  • Imbricata's Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Amphithalea densa Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Lathriogyna candicans Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Xiphotheca sericea (L.) Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Xiphotheca axillaris Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Priestleya axillaris DC. [unknown]
  • Priestleya meyeri Meisn. [valid]
  • Amphithalea candicans (Eckl. & Zeyh.) E.Phillips [valid]
  • Borbonia axillaris Lam. [valid]
  • Borbonia sericea (L.) Lam. [valid]
  • Crotalaria imbricata L. [valid]
  • Heudusa candicans (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Indigofera sericea L. [valid]
  • Liparia sericea L. [valid]
  • Priestleya sericea (L.) DC. [valid]
  • Priestleya axillaris (Lam.) DC. [valid]
  • Priestleya elliptica E.Mey. [illegitimate]

Description

Amphithalea imbricata (also called Imbricate amphithalea, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea imbricata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for soil improvement. It is also used as a forage crop and green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphithalea imbricata has yellow flowers with a short calyx tube. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a small cotyledon and the first true leaves are ovate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea imbricata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring and summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and should be placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual containers.

Where to Find Amphithalea imbricata

Amphithalea imbricata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Amphithalea imbricata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Amphithalea imbricata?

Amphithalea imbricata is native to Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Amphithalea imbricata?

Amphithalea imbricata is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall.

What are the uses of Amphithalea imbricata?

Amphithalea imbricata is used for timber, firewood, and medicinal purposes.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.