Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
greggii
ID:
166806

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 110 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166135

Common Names

  • Gregg's Senegalia
  • Gregg's Acacia
  • Gregg's Catclaw

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Synonyms

  • Acacia greggii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Acacia durandiana Buckley [valid]
  • Acacia rotundata Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia greggii arizonica Isely [valid]
  • Mimosa rotundata Pav. ex Benth. [invalid]

Description

Senegalia greggii (also called Catclaw Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia greggii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senegalia greggii is a yellowish-white, globose head of small flowers. The seed is a small, brownish-black, compressed, oblong-ovoid, and has a short beak. The seedlings are glabrous and have a single, slender, cylindrical stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia greggii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Senegalia greggii

Senegalia greggii can be found in the southwestern United States, including Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.

Senegalia greggii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia greggii?

Senegalia greggii

What is the common name of Senegalia greggii?

Gregg's Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia greggii?

Dry deciduous forests and woodlands

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:234318-2: Based on the initial data import