Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nilotica
ID:
1285438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) P.J.H.Hurter & Mabb.

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
D.J.Mabberley, Plant-book, ed. 3: 1021 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284776


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Description

Vachellia nilotica (also called Egyptian Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, open areas. It is an evergreen tree with a spreading crown and leaves that are up to 20 cm long. The leaves are pinnately compound with a yellow-green color.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia nilotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vachellia nilotica sub. indica (Benth.) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia nilotica sub. tomentosa (Benth.) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia nilotica sub. adstringens (Schumach.) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia nilotica sub. subalata (Vatke) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia nilotica sub. leiocarpa (Brenan) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia nilotica sub. kraussiana (Benth.) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Vachellia nilotica sub. hemispherica (Ali & Faruqi) Ali
Vachellia nilotica sub. cupressiformis (J.L.Stewart) Ali
Vachellia nilotica sub. nilotica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vachellia nilotica are yellow and have five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vachellia nilotica is a hardy tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Vachellia nilotica

Vachellia nilotica is native to Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinent. It is commonly found in dry areas, such as savannas and woodlands.

Vachellia nilotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vachellia nilotica?

Vachellia nilotica

What is the common name of Vachellia nilotica?

Nile Acacia

What type of environment does Vachellia nilotica grow in?

Vachellia nilotica grows in dry, sunny environments such as open fields and roadsides.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.
P. Johan H. Hurter (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.H.Hurter' in the authors string.