Angelin (Andira inermis, Prodr. 2: 475 (1825))

Family: Fabaceae

Author: (W.Wright) DC.

Bibliography: Prodr. 2: 475 (1825)

Year: 1825

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Andira

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Mexico to Trop. America, W. Trop. Africa to Uganda

Description

The Angelin, scientifically known as Andira inermis, is a remarkable tree species belonging to the Fabaceae family. Originating from a diverse geographic range, the Angelin can be found spanning from Mexico all the way through Tropical America, and extending into the western parts of Tropical Africa to the eastern regions up to Uganda.

First described in the early 19th century, this tree was recorded in “Prodr. 2: 475” in 1825 and accredited to its author, (W. Wright) DC. This historical classification highlights its long-standing recognition in the scientific community. The tree itself is notable for its robust presence in tropical climates.

Andira inermis is prized for its hardiness and the utility of its wood. In various regions where it is indigenous, the wood is used for a multitude of purposes, highlighting its economic importance. Its utility is further complemented by the tree’s ability to thrive in diverse environmental conditions, making it a versatile species within its habitat range.

Its ecological role is equally significant, as it provides habitat and resources for various wildlife species within tropical ecosystems. The Angelin’s adaptability also plays a crucial role in soil stabilization and the promotion of biodiversity in the regions it inhabits.

Thus, Andira inermis, or Angelin, is not just a botanical specimen of interest due to its wide geographic distribution, but also for its considerable ecological and economic value.

Common Names

Spa: almendro
Eng: angelin, angelin-tree, cabbagebark, cabbagebark tree, cabbagetree, cabbage tree
En: Angelin, Cabbagebark-Tree, Cabbagebark tree, Angelin-tree, Cabbagebark, Cabbagetree, Cabbage Tree, Angelin Tree
Ar: أنديرة عزلاء
Bm: Kinedo
Fr: Bois-olive, Bois Palmiste
Ht: Bwa palmis
Pt: Andira-uchi, Angelim, Angelim-branco, Angelim-da-várzea, Angelim-liso, Pau-de-morcego
Es: Ajunado, Cocu, Manteco, Palo de Burro, Almendro

Synonyms

• Geoffroea acutifolia (Stokes)
• Geoffroea jamaicensis (Urb.)
• Geoffroea jamaicensis var. inermis (W.Wright)
• Andira jamaicensis (Urb.)
• Vouacapoua inermis ((W.Wright) P.Knuth)
• Geoffroea inermis (W.Wright)

Distribution

• Belize (native)
• Benin (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Brazil Northeast (native)
• Brazil Southeast (native)
• Brazil West-Central (native)
• Burkina (native)
• Cameroon (native)
• Central African Repu (native)
• Chad (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Costa Rica (native)
• Cuba (native)
• Dominican Republic (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• El Salvador (native)
• Equatorial Guinea (native)
• Florida (native)
• French Guiana (native)
• Gabon (native)
• Gambia (native)
• Ghana (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Guinea-Bissau (native)
• Gulf of Guinea Is. (native)
• Guyana (native)
• Haiti (native)
• Honduras (native)
• Ivory Coast (native)
• Jamaica (native)
• Leeward Is. (native)
• Mali (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Nicaragua (native)
• Nigeria (native)
• Panamá (native)
• Peru (native)
• Puerto Rico (native)
• Senegal (native)
• Sudan (native)
• Suriname (native)
• Togo (native)
• Trinidad-Tobago (native)
• Uganda (native)
• Venezuela (native)
• Windward Is. (native)
• Argentina Northeast (introduced)
• Brazil South (introduced)
• Malaya (introduced)
• Paraguay (introduced)
• Sri Lanka (introduced)
• Tanzania (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Nov 11, 2022 by Natalia Gomez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 4, 2021 by Flora Wei (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 4, 2021 by Flora Wei (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 23, 2021 by R Marisol (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 1, 2022 by mariarosa gaudiano (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Sep 23, 2021 by R Marisol (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 22, 2021 by Jorge Cugat Herrero (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 17, 2022 by Ignacio Forteza Saavedra (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 6, 2021 by Salado Carrera Gustavo Enrique (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 6, 2021 by Salado Carrera Gustavo Enrique (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 22, 2021 by Jorge Cugat Herrero (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Dec 5, 2021 by Chandru Chawla (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 5, 2021 by Chandru Chawla (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 5, 2021 by Chandru Chawla (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Aug 22, 2021 by Jorge Cugat Herrero (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 22, 2021 by Jorge Cugat Herrero (cc-by-sa)

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2952214)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1075415-2)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Andira inermis (Wright) DC.)

Specifications

Growth