Andira macrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.T.Penn.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr.64: 72 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533982
Common Names
- Andira macrocarpa
- Macrocarpa Andira
- Andira Andira
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andira macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Andira, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the tropical regions of South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is typically found in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Andira macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals. Seed: Small, round, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andira macrocarpa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Andira macrocarpa
Andira macrocarpa is native to the Amazon rainforest and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Andira macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andira macrocarpa?
Andira macrocarpa
What is the common name of Andira macrocarpa?
Macrocarpa
What is the natural habitat of Andira macrocarpa?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
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
Toby Pennington (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.Penn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20012194-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Andira macrocarpa R.T.Penn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.