Entada abyssinica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steud. ex A.Rich.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 234 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205748
Common Names
- Entada abyssinica
- Abyssinica Entada
- Abyssinica's Entada
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- Entadopsis abyssinica (A.Rich.) G.C.C.Gilbert & Bouti [deprecated]
- Elephantorrhiza pubescens E.Phillips [valid]
- Prosopis lanceolata Benth. [valid]
- Gigalobium abyssinicum (Steud. ex A.Rich.) Hiern [valid]
- Pusaetha abyssinica (Steud. ex A.Rich.) Kuntze [valid]
- Entadopsis abyssinica (Steud. ex A.Rich.) G.C.C.Gilbert & Boutique [valid]
- Entada abyssinica intermedia Fiori [unknown]
- Entada abyssinica microphylla Baker [unknown]
Description
Entada abyssinica (also called Abyssinian Senna, among many other common names) is a large shrub or small tree native to Ethiopia and Somalia. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 m in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow in color. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Entada abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Entada abyssinica has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Entada abyssinica is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Philippines and is found in lowland forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers a sunny location and regular watering.
Where to Find Entada abyssinica
Entada abyssinica is native to Africa and can be found in tropical forests.
Entada abyssinica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Entada abyssinica?
Entada abyssinica
What is the common name of Entada abyssinica?
Abyssinian Entada
What is the habitat of Entada abyssinica?
Entada abyssinica is found in tropical and subtropical woodlands and scrublands.
Species in the Entada genus
Entada polyphylla, Entada polystachya, Entada rheedii, Entada phaseoloides, Entada louvelii, Entada pervillei, Entada rheedei, Entada tuberosa, Entada glandulosa, Entada tonkinensis, Entada reticulata, Entada spiralis, Entada abyssinica, Entada borneensis, Entada parvifolia, Entada africana, Entada arenaria, Entada bacillaris, Entada chrysostachys, Entada dolichorrhachis, Entada camerunensis, Entada gigas, Entada hockii, Entada leptostachya, Entada mannii, Entada mossambicensis, Entada nudiflora, Entada phaneroneura, Entada spinescens, Entada stuhlmannii, Entada wahlbergia, Entada mossamhicensis, Entada zeylanica, Entada simplicata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Entada abyssinica Steud. ex A.Rich.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.