Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
184200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 13 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183529

Common Names

  • Aldina Tree
  • Large-leafed Aldina
  • Big-leaf Aldina

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Synonyms

  • Aldina yapacanensis Cowan [deprecated]
  • Aldina aquae-nigrae [unknown]
  • Aldina rio-negrae [unknown]
  • Aldina yapacanensis R.S.Cowan [valid]
  • Aldina macrophylla macrophylla [unknown]
  • Aldina macrophylla yapacanensis (R.S.Cowan) Stergios [unknown]

Description

Aldina macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Aldina, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Aldina macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aldina macrophylla has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aldina macrophylla is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The tree can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Aldina macrophylla

Aldina macrophylla is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Aldina macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aldina macrophylla?

Aldina macrophylla

What is the common name of Aldina macrophylla?

Large-leaved Aldina

What is the family of Aldina macrophylla?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.