Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praecox
ID:
1279978

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia88: 65 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279316



Common Names

  • Praecox Acacia
  • Praecox Wattle
  • Praecox Senegalia


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Description

Senegalia praecox (also called Early Acacia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, sandy soils in savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia praecox is used as a source of firewood, timber, and charcoal. It is also used to make furniture, tools, and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia praecox has yellow flowers with five petals and a short, tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia praecox is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until germination. To propagate by cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a mature plant and plant in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist until rooted.

Where to Find Senegalia praecox

Senegalia praecox is native to the Ethiopian region of Africa and can be found in the wild in the savannas and woodlands of the region.

Senegalia praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia praecox?

Senegalia praecox

What is the common name of Senegalia praecox?

Early Acacia

Where does Senegalia praecox grow?

Senegalia praecox is native to Mexico and Central America.

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' 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.