Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
irwinii
ID:
1305493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seigler, Ebinger & P.G.Ribeiro

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas8: 62 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317947



Common Names

  • Senegalia irwinii
  • Irwin's Senegalia
  • Irwin's Spikemoss


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Description

Senegalia irwinii (also called ‘Irwin’s Acacia’, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a rounded crown and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia irwinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia irwinii has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia irwinii is a small, evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is drought-tolerant once established.

Where to Find Senegalia irwinii

Senegalia irwinii is native to the Brazilian Cerrado region.

Senegalia irwinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia irwinii?

Senegalia irwinii

What is the common name of Senegalia irwinii?

Irwin's Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia irwinii?

Dry open woodlands and savannas

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.
Petala Gomes Ribeiro (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.G.Ribeiro' in the authors string.