Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atlantica
ID:
1427947

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.Terra & F.C.P.Garcia

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa408: 31 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444112



Common Names

  • Senegalia atlantica
  • Atlantic Senegalia
  • Atlantic Senegalia Shrub


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Description

Senegalia atlantica (also called Acacia atlantica, 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 atlantica 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 atlantica 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 atlantica 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 atlantica

Senegalia atlantica 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 atlantica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia atlantica?

Senegalia atlantica

What is the family of Senegalia atlantica?

Fabaceae

Where is Senegalia atlantica 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

Flávia Cristina Pinto Garcia (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.C.P.Garcia' in the authors string.
Vanessa Terra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Terra' in the authors string.