Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lankaensis
ID:
1326769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) Ragup., Seigler, Ebinger & Maslin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa162: 175 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339223

Common Names

  • Lankaensis Senegalia
  • Lankaensis Gum Acacia
  • Lankaensis Plant

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Description

Senegalia lankaensis (also called 'Lankaensis Senegalia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia lankaensis is used as a source of firewood, timber, and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia lankaensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, brown, oval shape and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia lankaensis is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Senegalia lankaensis

Senegalia lankaensis is found in Sri Lanka.

Senegalia lankaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia lankaensis?

Senegalia lankaensis

What type of plant is Senegalia lankaensis?

Senegalia lankaensis is a shrub.

Where is Senegalia lankaensis native to?

Senegalia lankaensis is native to the Mediterranean region.

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

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' 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.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Subramanyam Ragupathy (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ragup.' in the authors string.