Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amythethophylla
ID:
1324370

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud. ex A.Rich.) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 511 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336824


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Description

Vachellia amythethophylla (also called Acacia amythethophylla, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 4 meters in height and has yellowish-green flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia amythethophylla is used for its wood, which is used for fuel, construction, and furniture. It is also used for its edible fruits and seeds, which are eaten raw or cooked, and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vachellia amythethophylla has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are dark brown, flat, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are slender and have grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vachellia amythethophylla is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the tree is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Vachellia amythethophylla

Vachellia amythethophylla can be found in the African countries of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.

Vachellia amythethophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia amythethophylla?

Vachellia amythethophylla

What is the common name of Vachellia amythethophylla?

Amythethophyllum acacia

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia amythethophylla?

Dry tropical forests

Species in the Vachellia genus

Vachellia farnesiana, Vachellia karroo, Vachellia grandicornuta, Vachellia haematoxylon, Vachellia hockii, Vachellia nebrownii, Vachellia flexuosa, Vachellia baessleri, Vachellia astringens, Vachellia acuifera, Vachellia albicorticata, Vachellia allenii, Vachellia anegadensis, Vachellia aroma, Vachellia barahonensis, Vachellia belairioides, Vachellia biaciculata, Vachellia bilimekii, Vachellia brandegeeana, Vachellia bravoensis, Vachellia bucheri, Vachellia californica, Vachellia campeachiana, Vachellia caurina, Vachellia caven, Vachellia cedilloi, Vachellia chiapensis, Vachellia choriophylla, Vachellia collinsii, Vachellia constricta, Vachellia cookii, Vachellia cornigera, Vachellia cucuyo, Vachellia curvifructa, Vachellia daemon, Vachellia gentlei, Vachellia gladiata, Vachellia glandulifera, Vachellia globulifera, Vachellia guanacastensis, Vachellia hindsii, Vachellia insulae-iacobi, Vachellia janzenii, Vachellia macracantha, Vachellia mayana, Vachellia melanoceras, Vachellia oviedoensis, Vachellia pacensis, Vachellia pennatula, Vachellia polypyrigenes,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' 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.