Andira galeottiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.20: 217 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169574
Common Names
- Andira galeottiana
- Galeott's Andira
- Galeott's Coralwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andira galeottiana (also called Galeotti's 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 galeottiana 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 galeottiana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andira galeottiana is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 25 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 Andira galeottiana
Andira galeottiana is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Andira galeottiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andira galeottiana?
Andira galeottiana
What is the common name of Andira galeottiana?
Galeotti's Andira
What type of plant is Andira galeottiana?
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
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Andira galeottiana Standl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.