Status:
valid
Authors:
Fern.-Vill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip., ed. 3 , 13A: 38 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521531
Common Names
- Aegle decandra
- Bengal Quince
- Indian Bael
Description
Aegle decandra (also called Decandra Aegle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aegle decandra is a tree that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aegle decandra has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aegle decandra can be propagated from seed or division. It should be grown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a bright, sunny spot. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Aegle decandra
Aegle decandra is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.
Aegle decandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aegle decandra?
Aegle decandra
What is the family of Aegle decandra?
Rutaceae
What is the distribution of Aegle decandra?
India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
Species in the Aegle genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,