Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
1263701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie12: 86 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263039

Common Names

  • Archidendropsis glandulosa
  • Glandulosa Archidendropsis
  • Glandular Archidendropsis

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Description

Archidendropsis glandulosa (also called Glandular Archidendropsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has a branching stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendropsis glandulosa is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Archidendropsis glandulosa is a small, yellow to orange flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, elliptical-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendropsis glandulosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium.

Where to Find Archidendropsis glandulosa

Archidendropsis glandulosa can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.