Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
197596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Granby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.80: 22 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196925



Common Names

  • Amphithalea tomentosa
  • Tomentose Amphithalea
  • Tomentose False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Lathriogyna parvifolia Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Priestleya tomentosa (L.) Druce [unknown]
  • Lathriogyna decipiens (E.Mey.) Druce [valid]
  • Amphithalea parvifolia (Eckl. & Zeyh.) E.Phillips [valid]
  • Heudusa decipiens E.Mey. [valid]
  • Liparia tomentosa Thunb. [valid]
  • Priestleya tomentosa (Thunb.) DC. [valid]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphithalea tomentosa 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 tomentosa 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 tomentosa

Amphithalea tomentosa is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Amphithalea tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea tomentosa?

Amphithalea tomentosa

What is the common name of Amphithalea tomentosa?

Woolly Amphithalea

What is the natural habitat of Amphithalea tomentosa?

Dry deciduous forests in India and Sri Lanka

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

References

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Rut Granby (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Granby' in the authors string.