Amorpha apiculata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiggins
Source:
ildis
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Contr. Dudley Herb.1: 171 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169556
Common Names
- Apiculata Amorpha
- Tailed Amorpha
- Pointed Amorpha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amorpha apiculata (also called Apiculate Amorpha, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in moist forests, wet forest edges, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Amorpha apiculata has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomachache, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amorpha apiculata is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Amorpha apiculata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.
Where to Find Amorpha apiculata
Amorpha apiculata is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.
Amorpha apiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amorpha apiculata?
Amorpha apiculata
What is the natural habitat of Amorpha apiculata?
It is found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Amorpha apiculata?
It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading crown.
Species in the Amorpha genus
Amorpha ouachitensis, Amorpha apiculata, Amorpha georgiana, Amorpha herbacea, Amorpha nitens, Amorpha schwerinii, Amorpha californica, Amorpha laevigata, Amorpha nana, Amorpha paniculata, Amorpha roemeriana, Amorpha canescens, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha glabra, Amorpha fruticosa, Amorpha californica, Amorpha laevigata, Amorpha nana, Amorpha notha, Amorpha confusa, Amorpha crenulata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ira Loren Wiggins (1899-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiggins' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Amorpha apiculata Wiggins: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.