Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
167741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 115 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167070



Common Names

  • Micrantha Wattle
  • Micrantha Acacia
  • Micrantha Acacia Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Acacia parviflora Little [unknown]
  • Acacia micrantha Benth. [illegitimate]

Description

Senegalia micrantha (also called Littleleaf Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fuel and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senegalia micrantha are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia micrantha is a shrub native to South America. It is best propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated by cuttings or air layering. It prefers full sun and needs regular watering.

Where to Find Senegalia micrantha

Senegalia micrantha is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Senegalia micrantha FAQ

What type of plant is Senegalia micrantha?

Senegalia micrantha is a species of acacia.

Where does Senegalia micrantha grow?

Senegalia micrantha is native to Africa.

What is the life cycle of Senegalia micrantha?

Senegalia micrantha has a perennial life cycle.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.