Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merxm. & A.Schreib.) Kyal. & Boatwr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc.172: 509 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336794
Common Names
- Senegalia montis-usti
- Montis-Usti Senegalia
- Montis-Usti Rein Orchid
Description
Senegalia montis-usti (also called Acacia montis-usti, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with a single stem or several stems branching from the base. It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia and Somalia south to South Africa. It grows in dry bushland, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Senegalia montis-usti is used as a food source and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senegalia montis-usti has yellow flowers with a sweet scent, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and spindly, with thin stems and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senegalia montis-usti is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree 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 current season’s growth and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the tree is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.
Where to Find Senegalia montis-usti
Senegalia montis-usti can be found in Ethiopia.
Senegalia montis-usti FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senegalia montis-usti?
Senegalia montis-usti
What is the common name of Senegalia montis-usti?
Mountain Acacia
What is the natural range of Senegalia montis-usti?
South Africa
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