Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phillippei
ID:
1333023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas9: 340 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345477



Common Names

  • Senegalia phillippei
  • Catclaw Acacia
  • Phillippei Acacia


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Description

Senegalia phillippei (also called Philippine senegalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Philippines. It has yellow-green flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia phillippei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia phillippei has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia phillippei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Senegalia phillippei

Senegalia phillippei can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Senegalia phillippei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia phillippei?

Senegalia phillippei

What is the family of Senegalia phillippei?

Fabaceae

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia phillippei?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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.