Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laeta
ID:
745312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br. ex Benth.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia91: 27 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744645

Common Names

  • Senegalia Laeta
  • Senegalia
  • Laeta

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Synonyms

  • Acacia laeta R.Br. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia trentiniani A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Acacia modesta laeta (R.Br. ex Benth.) Roberty [unknown]
  • Acacia senegal laeta (R.Br. ex Benth.) Roberty [unknown]

Description

Senegalia laeta (also called Laeta 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 laeta 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 laeta 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 laeta 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 laeta

Senegalia laeta is native to South America.

Senegalia laeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia laeta?

Senegalia laeta

What type of plant is Senegalia laeta?

Herb

Where is Senegalia laeta 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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' 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.