Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
picachensis
ID:
167744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 118 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167073

Common Names

  • Picachensis Wattle
  • Picachensis Acacia
  • Picachensis Acacia Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Acacia picachensis Brandegee [valid]
  • Senegalia deamii Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Acacia deamii (Britton & Rose) Standl. [valid]
  • Acacia chaconensis Miranda [valid]

Description

Senegalia picachensis (also called Picacho Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia picachensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senegalia picachensis are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia picachensis is a shrub native to South America. It is best propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated by cuttings or air layering. It prefers full sun and needs regular watering.

Where to Find Senegalia picachensis

Senegalia picachensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Senegalia picachensis FAQ

What type of plant is Senegalia picachensis?

Senegalia picachensis is a species of acacia.

Where does Senegalia picachensis grow?

Senegalia picachensis is native to Africa.

What is the life cycle of Senegalia picachensis?

Senegalia picachensis has a perennial life cycle.

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

Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518287-1: Based on the initial data import