Newtonia elliotii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) Keay
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.8: 488 (1953 publ. 1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167131
Common Names
- Newtonia Elliotii
- Elliot's Newtonia
- Elliot's Tree
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- Piptadenia elliotii Harms [valid]
Description
Newtonia elliotii (also called Elliot's Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Newtonia elliotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Newtonia elliotii are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.
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Newtonia elliotii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Newtonia elliotii
Newtonia elliotii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Africa, particularly in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Newtonia elliotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Newtonia elliotii?
Newtonia elliotii
What is the family of Newtonia elliotii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Newtonia elliotii?
Elliot's Newtonia
Species in the Newtonia genus
Newtonia aubrevillei, Newtonia buchananii, Newtonia duparquetiana, Newtonia elliotii, Newtonia erlangeri, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia griffoniana, Newtonia hildebrandtii, Newtonia leucocarpa, Newtonia paucijuga, Newtonia zenkeri, Newtonia grandifolia, Newtonia glandulifera, Newtonia devredii, Newtonia camerunensis, Newtonia scandens, Newtonia duncanthomasii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Newtonia elliotii (Harms) Keay: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.