Status:
valid
Authors:
(I.C.Nielsen) Maslin, B.C.Ho, H.Sun & L.Bai
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Pl. Diversity41: 397 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444118
Description
Senegalia kerrii (also called Acacia kerrii, 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, Myanmar, and Thailand. It is found in dry areas, often in open woodland or scrub, and on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Senegalia kerrii 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 kerrii are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senegalia kerrii 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 kerrii
Senegalia kerrii 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 kerrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senegalia kerrii?
Senegalia kerrii
What is the family of Senegalia kerrii?
Fabaceae
Where is Senegalia kerrii 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
Sun Hang (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Sun' in the authors string.
B.C. Ho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Ho' in the authors string.
Lin Bai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bai' in the authors string.