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Acacia abyssinica ssp. calophylla
Scientific Name: Acacia abyssinica ssp. calophylla
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
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Acacia abyssinica subsp. calophylla
Acacia abyssinica subsp. calophylla, sometimes referred to as Flat Top Acacia, is a subspecies within the Acacia genus.
Considerations for Pets
- Members of the Acacia family, like many plants, might have thorns or sharp edges.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acacia abyssinica subsp. calophylla Brenan
- Synonyms:
- Vachellia abyssinica subsp. calophylla (Brenan) Kyal. & Boatwr.
- Acacia abyssinica Hochst. ex Benth. subsp. calophylla Brenan
- Acacia xiphocarpa Hochst. ex Benth.
- Family: Leguminosae (Fabaceae) - Mimosoideae
- Genus: Acacia Mill.
Distribution and Habitat
- This subspecies is found in high-elevation areas with sufficient moisture.
- Specifically mentioned location: Kenya, South Kavirondo District, Mugunga near Kisii.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a tree that can grow up to 16 meters tall.
Quirky Facts
- Some descriptions mention trees forming "a closed, dark green canopy forest at the base of a striking whaleback granite koppie."
Further Information
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System
- IPNI (International Plant Names Index)
- Australian Plant Name Index
- NYBG Virtual Herbarium (New York Botanical Garden)
- JSTOR
- EOL (Encyclopedia of Life)
- ILDIS (International Legume Database & Information Service)