Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koa
ID:
174433

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan.1: 480 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173762

Common Names

  • Koa
  • Hawaiian Koa
  • Acacia Koa

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Synonyms

  • Acacia koa koa [unknown]
  • Acacia coa Walp. [invalid]
  • Racosperma koa (A.Gray) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia heterophylla latifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia koa latifolia (Benth.) H.St.John [valid]
  • Acacia koa waianaeensis H.St.John [valid]
  • Acacia koa hawaiiensis Rock [unknown]
  • Acacia koa lanoiensis Rock [unknown]
  • Acacia koa weimeae Hochr. [unknown]
  • Acacia heterophylla Hook. & Arn. [illegitimate]

Description

Acacia koa (also called Koa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Hawaii and is found in the moist lowland forests of the islands. The tree grows to a height of 10–15 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its bark is grey-brown and its leaves are pinnate with 3–7 leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia koa is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds, and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia koa is a yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black bean. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia koa is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia koa

Acacia koa is native to Hawaii. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Acacia koa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia koa?

Acacia koa

What is the common name of Acacia koa?

Koa acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia koa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Acacia genus

Acacia constricta, Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia koa, Acacia scleroxyla, Acacia verticillata, Acacia kauaiensis, Acacia brandegeana, Acacia breviracemosa, Acacia retinodes, Acacia neriifolia, Acacia acuminata, Acacia complanata, Acacia excelsa, Acacia georginae, Acacia kettlewelliae, Acacia phlebophylla, Acacia prominens, Acacia binervata, Acacia buxifolia, Acacia brachybotrya, Acacia bivenosa, Acacia calamifolia, Acacia cardiophylla, Acacia chrysotricha, Acacia constablei, Acacia caesiella, Acacia decora, Acacia fasciculifera, Acacia falciformis, Acacia flavescens, Acacia gladiiformis, Acacia gilbertii, Acacia hakeoides, Acacia ixiophylla, Acacia lanigera, Acacia lineata, Acacia luteola, Acacia latifolia, Acacia montana, Acacia megacephala, Acacia mabellae, Acacia mollifolia, Acacia oswaldii, Acacia obtusifolia, Acacia pulchella, Acacia polybotrya, Acacia rhodoxylon, Acacia rubida, Acacia rigens, Acacia stricta,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References