Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
senegal
ID:
1281964

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Britton

Source:
tro

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & P.Wilson, Sci. Surv. Porto Rico & Virgin Islands6: 538 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281302



Common Names

  • Senegalia senegal
  • Senegal Acacia
  • Senegal Acacia


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Description

Senegalia senegal (also called Acacia senegal, Gum Arabic Tree, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Africa and the Middle East. It has a spreading crown and a grey-brown bark. The leaves are bipinnate, with leaflets up to 2 cm long. It is found in dry and semi-arid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia senegal is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It can also be used medicinally for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senegalia senegal is a white or yellowish-white, 5-petaled flower with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed with a length of 1-2 cm. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia senegal is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in moist, well-drained soil. Cultivation of Senegalia senegal requires full sun and moist soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Senegalia senegal

Senegalia senegal can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, South Africa, and Australia.

Senegalia senegal FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia senegal?

Senegalia senegal

What is the common name of Senegalia senegal?

Senegal Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia senegal?

It is found in the tropical forests of Africa

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 Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518304-1: Based on the initial data import