Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
1279982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia88: 71 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279320



Common Names

  • Senegalia rostrata
  • Beaked Acacia
  • Beaked Senegalia


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Description

Senegalia rostrata (also called Beaked Senegalia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical forests in Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded canopy and its bark is grey-brown. It grows in humid, lowland forests and can reach heights of up to 10 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia rostrata 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 rostrata 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 rostrata 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 rostrata

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

Senegalia rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia rostrata?

Senegalia rostrata

What is the common name of Senegalia rostrata?

Beaked Acacia

Where does Senegalia rostrata grow?

Senegalia rostrata 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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' 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.