Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boulos) Ragup., Seigler, Ebinger & Maslin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa162: 176 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339228
Common Names
- Johnwoodii Vachellia
- Johnwoodii Acacia
- Johnwoodii Plant
Description
Vachellia johnwoodii (also called 'Johnwood's Vachellia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Vachellia johnwoodii is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of gum.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vachellia johnwoodii has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, brown, oval shape and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vachellia johnwoodii is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Vachellia johnwoodii
Vachellia johnwoodii is found in India.
Vachellia johnwoodii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vachellia johnwoodii?
Vachellia johnwoodii
What type of plant is Vachellia johnwoodii?
Vachellia johnwoodii is a shrub.
Where is Vachellia johnwoodii native to?
Vachellia johnwoodii is native to the Mediterranean region.
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