Andira marauensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mattos
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia45: 1 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164259
Common Names
- Marauensis Andira
- Andira marauensis
- Marau Andira
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andira marauensis (also called 'Marau Andira', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Andira marauensis is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andira marauensis has small, white flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oblong-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andira marauensis is a small tree native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the tree should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally.
Where to Find Andira marauensis
Andira marauensis is native to the Brazilian states of Maranhão and Piauí. It is found in the caatinga and cerrado vegetation types.
Andira marauensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andira marauensis?
Andira marauensis
What is the common name of Andira marauensis?
Andira
Where is Andira marauensis found?
Andira marauensis is found in Mexico and Central America.
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
Nilza Fischer de Mattos (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.F.Mattos' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Andira marauensis Mattos: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.