Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cedilloi
ID:
1278081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Rico) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia87: 150 (2005 publ. 2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277419

Common Names

  • Vachellia cedilloi
  • Cedillo's Vachellia
  • Cedillo's Acacia

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Description

Vachellia cedilloi (also called Cedillo Mesquite, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical regions, and can be found in dry forests, scrublands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia cedilloi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vachellia cedilloi is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vachellia cedilloi is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vachellia cedilloi

Vachellia cedilloi is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Vachellia cedilloi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia cedilloi?

Vachellia cedilloi

What is the common name of Vachellia cedilloi?

Cedillo's Wattle

What is the natural range of Vachellia cedilloi?

Central America

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

Maria de Lourdes Rico (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Rico' 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.