Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luederitzii
ID:
1324407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 514 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336861

Common Names

  • Luederitzii Acacia
  • Luederitzii Thorn
  • Luederitzii Gum Acacia

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Description

Vachellia luederitzii (also called Luederitz 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 Namibia and is found in open grassland, woodlands, and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia luederitzii is used as a food source and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vachellia luederitzii var. retinens (Sim) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia luederitzii var. luederitzii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vachellia luederitzii has small, yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vachellia luederitzii 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 luederitzii

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

Vachellia luederitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia luederitzii?

Vachellia luederitzii

What is the common name of Vachellia luederitzii?

Luederitzii's Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia luederitzii?

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' 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.