Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
1324394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 513 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336848

Common Names

  • Flava Acacia
  • Flava Thorn
  • Flava Gum Acacia

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Description

Vachellia flava (also called Yellow 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 flava 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

Vachellia flava 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 flava can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into a pot with a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vachellia flava

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

Vachellia flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia flava?

Vachellia flava

What is the common name of Vachellia flava?

Flava's Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia flava?

Dry forests and woodlands of East Africa

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

Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' 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.