Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
virgata
ID:
197628

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 169 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196957

Common Names

  • Amphithalea virgata
  • Virgate Amphithalea
  • Virgate False Indigo

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Synonyms

  • Indigofera axillaris E.Mey. [valid]
  • Priestleya virgata (Eckl. & Zeyh.) F.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Amphithalea virgata (also called White False Tamarind, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be found in open woodlands, scrublands, and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphithalea virgata has small, yellow, fragrant flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have compound leaves with small leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea virgata is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is not frost-tolerant, so it should be grown in a warm climate. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and can be used as a hedge or windbreak.

Where to Find Amphithalea virgata

Amphithalea virgata is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Amphithalea virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea virgata?

Amphithalea virgata

What is the common name of Amphithalea virgata?

Virgate Amphithalea

What is the natural habitat of Amphithalea virgata?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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.