Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lujae
ID:
1413101

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild. & T.Durand) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 509 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425566

Common Names

  • Senegalia lujae
  • Lujae Senegalia
  • Lujae Acacia

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Description

Senegalia lujae (also called 'Lujae's senegalia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia lujae is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and is used in traditional cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia lujae has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia lujae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Senegalia lujae

Senegalia lujae is native to Africa, but can also be found in parts of India and Southeast Asia.

Senegalia lujae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia lujae?

Senegalia lujae

What is the family of Senegalia lujae?

Fabaceae

Where is Senegalia lujae found?

Senegalia lujae is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
James S. Boatwright: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boatwr.' in the authors string.
Bruce Kyalangalilwa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kyal.' in the authors string.