Andira fraxinifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 44 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169573
Common Names
- Andira fraxinifolia
- Ash-leaved Andira
- Ash-leaved Coralwood
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- Andira anthelmia gracilis Mattos [valid]
- Andira bahiensis Mattos [valid]
- Andira pernambucensis Mattos [valid]
- Andira parvifolia Mart. ex Benth. [valid]
- Andira rosea Mart. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Andira pisonis Mart. ex Benth. [valid]
- Andira handroana Mattos [valid]
- Andira fraxinifolia fraxinifolia [unknown]
- Andira pisonis pisonis [unknown]
- Vouacapoua fraxinifolia Kuntze [valid]
- Vouacapoua parvifolia Kuntze [valid]
- Vouacapoua pisonis Kuntze [valid]
- Andira fraxinifolia latifoliolata N.F.Mattos [valid]
- Andira fraxinifolia lanceata Mattos [valid]
- Andira pisonis emarginata Mattos [valid]
- Andira pisonis puberula Mattos [valid]
- Andira fraxinifolia rosea (Mart. ex Benth.) Benth. [valid]
Description
Andira fraxinifolia (also called Ash-leaved Andira, among many other common names) is a tree 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
Andira fraxinifolia is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Andira fraxinifolia is a small, white to pinkish-purple 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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Andira fraxinifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 feet. It prefers partial shade 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 Andira fraxinifolia
Andira fraxinifolia is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Andira fraxinifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andira fraxinifolia?
Andira fraxinifolia
What is the common name of Andira fraxinifolia?
Ash-Leaved Andira
What type of plant is Andira fraxinifolia?
Tree
Species in the Andira genus
Andira landroana, Andira marauensis, Andira anthelmia, Andira coriacea, Andira cubensis, Andira fraxinifolia, Andira galeottiana, Andira grandistipula, Andira macrothyrsa, Andira micans, Andira micrantha, Andira multistipula, Andira nitida, Andira ormosioides, Andira parviflora, Andira surinamensis, Andira trifoliolata, Andira unifoliolata, Andira vermifuga, Andira zehntneri, Andira inermis, Andira cuiabensis, Andira spectabilis, Andira skolemora, Andira legalis, Andira carvalhoi, Andira cordata, Andira frondosa, Andira chigorodensis, Andira macrocarpa, Andira humilis, Andira cujabensis, Andira tervequinata, Andira jaliscensis, Andira taurotesticulata, Andira praecox,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Andira fraxinifolia Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.