Amiineaceae

Amiineaceae is a family of flowering plants belonging to the order Fabales. The family is characterized by its small to medium-sized trees and shrubs, with simple, alternate leaves and showy, often fragrant flowers. The flowers are typically zygomorphic, with a five-lobed corolla and ten stamens. The fruit is a legume, which is characteristic of the Fabales order.

The Amiineaceae family is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, with the majority of species found in Africa, Asia, and Australia. The family is composed of three genera: Amianthe, Amiantheopsis, and Amianthepteris. Amianthe is the largest genus, with over 100 species, while Amiantheopsis and Amianthepteris each contain a single species.

The Amiineaceae family has been the subject of recent taxonomic revision, with some species previously placed in the family being reclassified into other families, such as the Fabaceae. Despite these changes, the Amiineaceae family remains an important group of plants, with many species valued for their timber, medicinal properties, and ornamental qualities.