Andira spectabilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Saldanha
Source:
ildis
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Config. Descr. Orgãos Fund.23: 118 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178759
Common Names
- Andira spectabilis
- Andira
- Spectabilis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andira spectabilis (also called Showy Andira, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has pinnate leaves and white flowers. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Andira spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andira spectabilis has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andira spectabilis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Andira spectabilis
Andira spectabilis is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Andira spectabilis FAQ
What are the common names of Andira spectabilis?
Spectabilis, Spectacular Andira
What is the natural habitat of Andira spectabilis?
Andira spectabilis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
What are the uses of Andira spectabilis?
Andira spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
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
José de Saldanha da Gama (1839-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saldanha' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Andira spectabilis Saldanha: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.