Newtonia aubrevillei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pellegr.) Keay
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.8: 488 (1953 publ. 1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166184
Common Names
- Aubreville's Newtonia
- Aubreville's Tree
- Aubreville's Newtonia Tree
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- Piptadenia aubrevillei Pellegr. [valid]
Description
Newtonia aubrevillei (also called Aubreville's Newtonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Newtonia aubrevillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and as a source of food and medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Newtonia aubrevillei sub. aubrevilleiNewtonia aubrevillei sub. lasiantha Brenan & Brummitt
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Newtonia aubrevillei is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Newtonia aubrevillei is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Newtonia aubrevillei
Newtonia aubrevillei is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Newtonia aubrevillei FAQ
What are the common names of Newtonia aubrevillei?
Aubreville's newtonia
What is the natural habitat of Newtonia aubrevillei?
It is native to tropical Africa and the Middle East
What is the use of Newtonia aubrevillei?
It is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils
Species in the Newtonia genus
Newtonia aubrevillei, Newtonia buchananii, Newtonia duparquetiana, Newtonia elliotii, Newtonia erlangeri, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia griffoniana, Newtonia hildebrandtii, Newtonia leucocarpa, Newtonia paucijuga, Newtonia zenkeri, Newtonia grandifolia, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia devredii, Newtonia camerunensis, Newtonia scandens, Newtonia duncanthomasii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Newtonia aubrevillei (Pellegr.) Keay: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.