Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambigua
ID:
406704

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl., Suppl. 4: 690 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406036

Common Names

  • Ambigua Robbinia
  • Ambigua False Acacia
  • Ambigua Locust

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Synonyms

  • Robinia hybrida Audib. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Robinia bellarosea (Voss) G.Nicholson & Mottet [unknown]
  • Robinia ambigua bellarosea (G.Nicholson) Geerinck [unknown]
  • Robinia viscosa bella-rosea Voss [unknown]
  • Robinia dubia bella-rosea Rehder [unknown]
  • Robinia ambigua bella-rosea (Voss) Rehder [unknown]
  • Robinia rosea Jacob-Makoy [unknown]

Description

Robinia ambigua (also called White Locust, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the eastern United States. It has attractive, dark green foliage and fragrant, white flowers in summer. It grows in moist soils in full sun or partial shade and is often used as a specimen plant or in hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Robinia ambigua is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Robinia ambigua has small, white flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Robinia ambigua is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is best grown in containers or in the ground. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Robinia ambigua

Robinia ambigua can be found in the eastern United States and parts of Canada.

Robinia ambigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Robinia ambigua?

Robinia ambigua

What is the common name of Robinia ambigua?

Clammy Locust

What is the family of Robinia ambigua?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family