Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
natalitia
ID:
1324413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336867

Common Names

  • Natalitia Acacia
  • Natalitia Thorn
  • Natalitia Gum Acacia

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Description

Vachellia natalitia (also called Natal Acacia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 10 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 natalitia has been used for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture-making. It is also used for firewood, charcoal, and as a source of tannin.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vachellia natalitia 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 natalitia 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 natalitia

Vachellia natalitia is native to Africa and can be found in the countries of Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.

Vachellia natalitia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia natalitia?

Vachellia natalitia

What is the common name of Vachellia natalitia?

Natalitia's Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia natalitia?

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

Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' 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.