Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alexae
ID:
1427946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytologia99: 222 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444111



Common Names

  • Senegalia alexae
  • Alexae Senegalia
  • Alexae Senegalia Shrub


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Description

Senegalia alexae (also called Acacia alexae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry areas, often in open woodland or scrub, and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia alexae is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used in horticulture as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senegalia alexae are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia alexae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Senegalia alexae

Senegalia alexae is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is typically found in wet areas near streams and rivers.

Senegalia alexae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia alexae?

Senegalia alexae

What is the family of Senegalia alexae?

Fabaceae

Where is Senegalia alexae native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and China

Species in the Senegalia genus

Senegalia berlandieri, Senegalia greggii, Senegalia hayesii, Senegalia macilenta, Senegalia picachensis, Senegalia interior, Senegalia roemeriana, Senegalia westiana, Senegalia polyphylla, Senegalia tamarindifolia, Senegalia albizioides, Senegalia guarensis, Senegalia laeta, Senegalia latifoliola, Senegalia lewisii, Senegalia limae, Senegalia polyacantha, Senegalia ricoae, Senegalia stenocarpa, Senegalia galpinii, Senegalia mellifera, Senegalia schweinfurthii, Senegalia brevispica, Senegalia rhytidocarpa, Senegalia globosa, Senegalia angustifolia, Senegalia emoryana, Senegalia painteri, Senegalia peninsularis, Senegalia polyphylla, Senegalia riparia, Senegalia rugata, Senegalia saltilloensis, Senegalia striata, Senegalia subsessilis, Senegalia ferruginea, Senegalia alemquerensis, Senegalia altiscandens, Senegalia amazonica, Senegalia bahiensis, Senegalia bonariensis, Senegalia catharinensis, Senegalia emilioana, Senegalia etilis, Senegalia fiebrigii, Senegalia giganticarpa, Senegalia gilliesii, Senegalia grandistipula, Senegalia huberi, Senegalia kallunkiae,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

David Stanley Seigler (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seigler' in the authors string.
John Edwin Ebinger (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebinger' in the authors string.