Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambatoana
ID:
197043

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ildis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kew Bulletin 50(1): 82. 1995. (Kew Bull.)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196372



Common Names

  • Pyranthus ambatoana
  • Ambatoan Pyranthus
  • Ambatoana Pyranthus


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Description

Pyranthus ambatoana (also called 'Ambato Pyranthus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and a woody stem. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pyranthus ambatoana is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyranthus ambatoana has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and slightly flattened. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyranthus ambatoana is a shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Pyranthus ambatoana

Pyranthus ambatoana is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the island.

Pyranthus ambatoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyranthus ambatoana?

Pyranthus ambatoana

What is the common name of Pyranthus ambatoana?

Ambatoana Pyranthus

Where is Pyranthus ambatoana found?

Pyranthus ambatoana is found in Madagascar

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-42940: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.