Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifoliola
ID:
745313

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia91: 27 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744646

Common Names

  • Senegalia Schomburgkii
  • Senegalia
  • Schomburgkii

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Synonyms

  • Acacia riparia latifoliola Kuntze [valid]

Description

Senegalia latifoliola (also called Broadleaf 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 latifoliola 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 latifoliola 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 latifoliola 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 latifoliola

Senegalia latifoliola is native to South America.

Senegalia latifoliola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia latifoliola?

Senegalia latifoliola

What type of plant is Senegalia latifoliola?

Herb

Where is Senegalia latifoliola 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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' 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.