Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mahrana
ID:
1326771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thulin & Al-Gifri) Ragup., Seigler, Ebinger & Maslin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa162: 175 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339225



Common Names

  • Mahrana Senegalia
  • Mahrana Gum Acacia
  • Mahrana Plant


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Description

Senegalia mahrana (also called 'Mahrana Senegalia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia mahrana is used as a traditional medicine, as a fuelwood, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia mahrana has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, brown, oval shape and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia mahrana is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Senegalia mahrana

Senegalia mahrana is found in India.

Senegalia mahrana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia mahrana?

Senegalia mahrana

What type of plant is Senegalia mahrana?

Senegalia mahrana is a shrub.

Where is Senegalia mahrana native to?

Senegalia mahrana is native to the Mediterranean region.

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

Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
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.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Subramanyam Ragupathy (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ragup.' in the authors string.
Abdul Nasser Al-Gifri (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Gifri' in the authors string.