Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
1034458

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Yu.Gontsch. & Yakovlev

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad)91: 319 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001033796

Common Names

  • Aldina microphylla
  • Small-Leaved Aldina
  • Small-Leaved Honeysuckle

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Description

Aldina microphylla (also called 'Small-leaved aldina' and 'Small-leaved aldina', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall with yellow flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aldina microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a bee plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aldina microphylla has yellow flowers and its seeds are brown and flat. The seedlings have compound leaves with two to three pairs of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aldina microphylla is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in well-drained soil. The seedlings and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Aldina microphylla

Aldina microphylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Gennady Yakovlev (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yakovlev' in the authors string.
M.Yu. Gonczarov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Yu.Gontsch.' in the authors string.