Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quintanilhae
ID:
1324712

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torre) Kyal. & Boatwr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 516 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337166


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Description

Vachellia quintanilhae (also called Quintanilha's Vachellia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub found in Central America. It has small, leathery leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is native to Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, and is found growing in humid, subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vachellia quintanilhae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vachellia quintanilhae has small yellow flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are green and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vachellia quintanilhae is a tropical tree that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done through seed sowing in the spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated.

Where to Find Vachellia quintanilhae

Vachellia quintanilhae is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Vachellia quintanilhae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Vachellia quintanilhae?

Vachellia quintanilhae is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

What is the size of Vachellia quintanilhae?

Vachellia quintanilhae is a small tree, typically growing to a height of about 10 m.

What is the flowering period of Vachellia quintanilhae?

Vachellia quintanilhae typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

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

Antonio Rocha da Torre (1904-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torre' 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.