Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aculeata
ID:
169065

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.2: 294 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168394



Common Names

  • Aculeata Pictetia
  • Pictetia Aculeata
  • Pictetia Aculeata Tree


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Synonyms

  • Robinia aculeata Vahl [valid]
  • Robinia squamata Vahl [valid]
  • Aeschynomene aristata Jacq. [valid]
  • Pictetia squamata (Vahl) DC. [valid]
  • Pictetia aristata (Jacq.) DC. [valid]
  • Pictetia jussiaei DC. [valid]
  • Ormocarpum aristatum (Jacq.) Desv. [valid]
  • Robinia squamosa Poir. [invalid]
  • Poiretia aristata (Jacq.) Desv. [valid]

Description

Pictetia aculeata (also called spiny-leaved acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and mangrove swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Pictetia aculeata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pictetia aculeata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pictetia aculeata can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Pictetia aculeata

Pictetia aculeata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as canyons and hillsides.

Pictetia aculeata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pictetia aculeata?

Pictetia aculeata

What are the common names of Pictetia aculeata?

Aculeate pictetia, pictetia

What is the natural habitat of Pictetia aculeata?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.