Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catechu
ID:
1285431

Status:
valid

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

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284769


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Description

Senegalia catechu (also called Catechu Senegalia, 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

Senegalia catechu 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senegalia catechu are small, yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senegalia catechu is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Senegalia catechu

Senegalia catechu can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Senegalia catechu FAQ

What is the common name of Senegalia catechu?

Catechu Acacia

What is the natural range of Senegalia catechu?

East Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

What type of soil does Senegalia catechu prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soils

Species in the Senegalia genus

Senegalia berlandieri, Senegalia greggii, Senegalia hayesii, Senegalia macilenta, Senegalia picachensis, Senegalia interior, Senegalia roemeriana, Senegalia westiana, Senegalia polyphylla, Senegalia tamarindifolia, Senegalia albizioides, Senegalia guarensis, Senegalia laeta, Senegalia latifoliola, Senegalia lewisii, Senegalia limae, Senegalia polyacantha, Senegalia ricoae, Senegalia stenocarpa, Senegalia galpinii, Senegalia mellifera, Senegalia schweinfurthii, Senegalia brevispica, Senegalia rhytidocarpa, Senegalia globosa, Senegalia angustifolia, Senegalia emoryana, Senegalia painteri, Senegalia peninsularis, Senegalia polyphylla, Senegalia riparia, Senegalia rugata, Senegalia saltilloensis, Senegalia striata, Senegalia subsessilis, Senegalia ferruginea, Senegalia alemquerensis, Senegalia altiscandens, Senegalia amazonica, Senegalia bahiensis, Senegalia bonariensis, Senegalia catharinensis, Senegalia emilioana, Senegalia etilis, Senegalia fiebrigii, Senegalia giganticarpa, Senegalia gilliesii, Senegalia grandistipula, Senegalia huberi, Senegalia kallunkiae,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' 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.