Status:
valid
Authors:
(Welw. ex Oliv.) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 508 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425572
Common Names
- Senegalia erubescens
- Erubescens Senegalia
- Erubescens Acacia
Description
Senegalia erubescens (also called 'red senegalia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Senegalia erubescens is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senegalia erubescens has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senegalia erubescens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Senegalia erubescens
Senegalia erubescens is native to Africa, but can also be found in parts of India and Southeast Asia.
Senegalia erubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senegalia erubescens?
Senegalia erubescens
What is the family of Senegalia erubescens?
Fabaceae
Where is Senegalia erubescens found?
Senegalia erubescens is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
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