Tetrapleura tetraptera (Aidan Tree) - Image 6

Botanical names: Tetrapleura tetraptera, Adenanthera tetraptera

Common names: Aidan Tree, Prekese

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: West Africa

Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSpice or herb plantDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plant
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