Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guarensis
ID:
745311

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Cárdenas & F.García) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia91: 27 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744644

Common Names

  • Senegalia Guarensis
  • Senegalia
  • Guarensis

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Synonyms

  • Acacia guarensis L.Cárdenas & F.García [unknown]

Description

Senegalia guarensis (also called Guarana Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and produces clusters of yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia guarensis is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senegalia guarensis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia guarensis is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Senegalia guarensis

Senegalia guarensis is native to South America.

Senegalia guarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia guarensis?

Senegalia guarensis

What type of plant is Senegalia guarensis?

Herb

Where is Senegalia guarensis native to?

Brazil

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

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.
Fernando García: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.García' in the authors string.