Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
etbaica
ID:
1324391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schweinf.) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336845

Common Names

  • Etbaica Acacia
  • Etbaica Thorn
  • Etbaica Gum Acacia

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Description

Vachellia etbaica (also called Etbai 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 Ethiopia and is found in open grassland, woodlands, and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia etbaica 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vachellia etbaica sub. uncinata (Brenan) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia etbaica sub. platycarpa (Brenan) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia etbaica sub. australis (Brenan) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia etbaica sub. etbaica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vachellia etbaica has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vachellia etbaica is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vachellia etbaica

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

Vachellia etbaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia etbaica?

Vachellia etbaica

What is the common name of Vachellia etbaica?

Ethiopian thorn

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia etbaica?

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

Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' 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.