Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
westiana
ID:
184982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 119 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184311

Common Names

  • Senegalia westiana
  • Westiana Senegalia
  • Westiana Tree

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa carthagenensis Mill. [unknown]
  • Acacia guadalupensis DC. [unknown]
  • Acacia westiana DC. [unknown]
  • Mimosa paniculata H.West ex Vahl [illegitimate]
  • Senegalia guadalupensis (DC.) Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Senegalia westiana (also called West's Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Senegalia westiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senegalia westiana has small, yellow or white flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia westiana is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain its size and shape.

Where to Find Senegalia westiana

Senegalia westiana is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry deciduous forests and along riverbanks.

Senegalia westiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senegalia westiana?

Senegalia westiana

What type of plant is Senegalia westiana?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Senegalia westiana?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' 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:518318-1: Based on the initial data import