Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Boatwr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.179: 293 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343846
Common Names
- Hamulosa Senegalia
- Senegalia
- Hamulosa Senegalia
Description
Senegalia hamulosa (also called the Hooked Senegalia, among many other common names) is a large shrub or small tree from the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in woodlands and forests. It has a tall, woody trunk with long, spiny leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Senegalia hamulosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senegalia hamulosa has small, yellow flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Where to Find Senegalia hamulosa
Senegalia hamulosa can be found in the forests of Africa.
Senegalia hamulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senegalia hamulosa?
Senegalia hamulosa
What is the natural habitat of Senegalia hamulosa?
Dry forests and scrublands
What is the leaf shape of Senegalia hamulosa?
Ovate
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