Aldina latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 12 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173801
Common Names
- Latifolia Aldina
- Aldina Latifolia
- Aldina Latifolia Tree
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- Aldina latifolia latifolia [unknown]
- Aldina amazonica M.Yu.Gontsch. & Yakovlev [unknown]
- Aldina latifolia auyantepuiensis Pittier ex H.S.Irwin [valid]
- Aldina latifolia pubescens R.S.Cowan [valid]
Description
Aldina latifolia (also called broadleaf aldina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.5–1.5 m. The leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate. It grows in open, dry, rocky areas and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Aldina latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aldina latifolia is a white or yellowish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a flat, oblong, dark brown bean. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aldina latifolia is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Aldina latifolia
Aldina latifolia is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.
Aldina latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aldina latifolia?
Aldina latifolia
What is the common name of Aldina latifolia?
Broad-leaved Aldina
What type of plant is Aldina latifolia?
Tree
Species in the Aldina genus
Aldina occidentalis, Aldina polyphylla, Aldina discolor, Aldina heterophylla, Aldina insignis, Aldina latifolia, Aldina macrophylla, Aldina barnebyana, Aldina diplogyne, Aldina microphylla, Aldina aurea, Aldina elliptica, Aldina kunhardtiana, Aldina petiolulata, Aldina reticulata, Aldina berryi, Aldina paulberryi,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Aldina latifolia Spruce ex Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.