Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emilioana
ID:
1279945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fortunato & Ciald.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia88: 51 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279283

Common Names

  • Senegalia emilioana
  • Emilioana Senegalia
  • Emilioana Acacia

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Description

Senegalia emilioana (also called Acacia emilioana, 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 emilioana is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, tools, and other items. Its bark is used as a dye, and its leaves are used to make tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia emilioana 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 emilioana 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 emilioana

Senegalia emilioana is native to Brazil and can be found in the state of Minas Gerais.

Senegalia emilioana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia emilioana?

Senegalia emilioana

What is the common name of Senegalia emilioana?

Emilioana acacia

What is the natural range of Senegalia emilioana?

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

Renée Hersilia Fortunato (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fortunato' 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.
Ana María Cialdella (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ciald.' in the authors string.