Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichocephala
ID:
1324385

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 512 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336839


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Description

Vachellia dolichocephala (also called Long-Headed Thorn, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to South Africa and is found in open grassland, woodlands, and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia dolichocephala is used for its wood, which is used for fuel, construction, and furniture. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vachellia dolichocephala are white and fragrant, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Where to Find Vachellia dolichocephala

Vachellia dolichocephala is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Vachellia dolichocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia dolichocephala?

Vachellia dolichocephala

What is the common name of Vachellia dolichocephala?

Long-headed acacia

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia dolichocephala?

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

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' 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.