Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catharinensis
ID:
1279944

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burkart) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia88: 50 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279282

Common Names

  • Senegalia catharinensis
  • Santa Catarina Senegalia
  • Santa Catarina Acacia

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Description

Senegalia catharinensis (also called Acacia catharinensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and savannas. It has yellow-green flowers and its leaves are made up of several small leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia catharinensis is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, tools, and other items. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, and its leaves are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia catharinensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia catharinensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Senegalia catharinensis

Senegalia catharinensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the state of Santa Catarina.

Senegalia catharinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia catharinensis?

Senegalia catharinensis

What is the common name of Senegalia catharinensis?

Catharinensis acacia

What is the natural range of Senegalia catharinensis?

South 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

Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' 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.