Are you looking for tree names that start with “A”? This is the right article for you! You will find all of them listed here, along with a brief description. Read further to learn more!
1. Acacia
Acacia is the common name used for the flowering and pod-producing tree that belongs to the subfamily Mimosoideae in the family Fabaceae. This tree may be generally be divided into Australian and non-Australian species, which are spineless or with spines, respectively. Its large and hard timber is used extensively in the construction and furniture industries.
2. Acerola
Acerola is native to South America, Puerto Rico, and parts of Central America. This small tree belonging to the family Malpighiaceae bears cherry-like fruits that are a great source of vitamin C, A, antioxidants, and other essential vitamins. In addition to being used for food, the trees are also cultivated as ornamental plants and used as herbal medicine.
3. African Mahogany
African Mahogany Tree is the common name of khaya, a genus of five tree species that belong to the mahogany family Meliaceae. Often used as a substitute for the original mahogany, as their qualities and properties are considered very close. The red-brown colored wood is used in the production of drums, logboat, furniture, and as a building material.
4. African Rosewood
This flowering plant with 16 species belongs to the family Fabaceae. Thirteen of these species are native to Africa, while the other three are from South America. The trees often grow on the riverside, lakeshore, and swamp areas and can reach up to 40-50 meters in height with a diameter of 1 to 2 meters. As a hard tropical timber, it is also in constructing musical instruments like harps and bass guitars and is often also used by Arts and Crafts artists.
5. Alder
Alder is the most common name of the genus Alnus, a flowering plant that belongs to the birch family Betulaceae. Botanically, Alders are deciduous with alternate saw-like leaves and catkins flowers. They are commonly grown near rivers, streams, and wetlands. The flowers of some species have been reported to be edible with a bitter and unpleasant taste, although reportedly high in protein.
6. Alexandra Palm
This palm tree belonging to the family Arecaceae is native to Australia, Hawaii, and Florida. They grow in rainforests and in areas that are inundated during heavy rains. Often grown for their ornamental value, these single trunk trees reach up to 10 meters in height, with flower clusters that bear red fruits.
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