Status:
valid
Authors:
(Speg.) Seigler & Ebinger
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Phytologia88: 51 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279284
Common Names
- Senegalia etilis
- Etilis Senegalia
- Etilis Acacia
Description
Senegalia etilis (also called Acacia etilis, 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 etilis 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 etilis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senegalia etilis 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 etilis
Senegalia etilis is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Senegalia etilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senegalia etilis?
Senegalia etilis
What is the common name of Senegalia etilis?
Etilis acacia
What is the natural range of Senegalia etilis?
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