Daniellia alsteeniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.A.Duvign.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique81: 28 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166195
Common Names
- Daniellia Alsteeniana
- Alsteeniana Daniellia
- Alsteeniana Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daniellia alsteeniana (also called Alsteen's Daniellia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Daniellia alsteeniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Daniellia alsteeniana is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daniellia alsteeniana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Daniellia alsteeniana
Daniellia alsteeniana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Daniellia alsteeniana FAQ
What are the common names of Daniellia alsteeniana?
Alsteen's daniellia
What is the natural habitat of Daniellia alsteeniana?
It is native to tropical Africa and the Middle East
What is the use of Daniellia alsteeniana?
It is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils
Species in the Daniellia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Paul Auguste Duvigneaud (1913-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Duvign.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Daniellia alsteeniana P.A.Duvign.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.