Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serra
ID:
1279986

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia88: 73 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279324



Common Names

  • Senegalia serra
  • Serra Acacia
  • Serra Senegalia


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Description

Senegalia serra (also called Serra 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 serra 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 serra 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 serra 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 serra

Senegalia serra can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas, and in northern Mexico.

Senegalia serra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia serra?

Senegalia serra

What is the common name of Senegalia serra?

Serrated acacia

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia serra?

Dry, rocky hillsides and canyons in the southwestern United States

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.
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.