Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
197575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.24: 441 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196904



Common Names

  • Amphithalea speciosa
  • Showy Thalea
  • Speciosa Amphithalea


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Description

Amphithalea speciosa (also called Acacia-de-couro, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in savannas and scrublands. It is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching up to 15 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphithalea speciosa has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea speciosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 m. It is native to South America and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the shrub is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Amphithalea speciosa

Amphithalea speciosa is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and western parts of the island.

Amphithalea speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea speciosa?

Amphithalea speciosa

What is the common name of Amphithalea speciosa?

Showy Amphithalea

What is the family of Amphithalea speciosa?

Fabaceae

Species in the Amphithalea genus

Amphithalea alba, Amphithalea axillaris, Amphithalea biovulata, Amphithalea bodkinii, Amphithalea concava, Amphithalea cuneifolia, Amphithalea ericifolia, Amphithalea fourcadei, Amphithalea imbricata, Amphithalea intermedia, Amphithalea micrantha, Amphithalea oppositifolia, Amphithalea phylicoides, Amphithalea sericea, Amphithalea speciosa, Amphithalea stokoei, Amphithalea tomentosa, Amphithalea violacea, Amphithalea virgata, Amphithalea williamsonii, Amphithalea perplexa, Amphithalea bowiei, Amphithalea bullata, Amphithalea cedarbergensis, Amphithalea ciliaris, Amphithalea cymbifolia, Amphithalea dahlgrenii, Amphithalea flava, Amphithalea minima, Amphithalea monticola, Amphithalea muirii, Amphithalea muraltioides, Amphithalea obtusiloba, Amphithalea pageae, Amphithalea purpurea, Amphithalea rostrata, Amphithalea spinosa, Amphithalea tortilis, Amphithalea vlokii, Amphithalea ericaefolia, Amphithalea villosa, Amphithalea maroccana, Amphithalea tapetiformis, Amphithalea esterhuyseniae, Amphithalea ornata,

Species in the Fabaceae family