Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andamanica
ID:
1324612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(I.C.Nielsen) Maslin, Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Blumea58: 40 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337066



Common Names

  • Senegalia andamanica
  • Andamanica Senegalia
  • Andamanica's Senegalia


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Description

Senegalia andamanica (also called Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has alternate, bipinnately compound leaves and yellow or white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia andamanica has been used as a traditional medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia andamanica has small, yellow flowers with 4 petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are black and round, with a diameter of about 1.5 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia andamanica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Senegalia andamanica

Senegalia andamanica can be found in India.

Senegalia andamanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia andamanica?

Senegalia andamanica

What is the common name of Senegalia andamanica?

Andaman Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia andamanica?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.