Status:
valid
Authors:
(Christoph.) Seigler & Ebinger
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Phytologia87: 166 (2005 publ. 2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277455
Common Names
- Vachellia rorudiana
- Rorud's Acacia
- Rorud's Mesquite
Description
Vachellia rorudiana (also called Rorud's acacia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as coastal bluffs and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Vachellia rorudiana is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used to make furniture, tools, and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vachellia rorudiana has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vachellia rorudiana is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Vachellia rorudiana
Vachellia rorudiana is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.
Vachellia rorudiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vachellia rorudiana?
Vachellia rorudiana
What type of plant is Vachellia rorudiana?
Tree
Where is Vachellia rorudiana native to?
Tropical regions of Central America
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