Acacia
Acacia
Acacia (/əˈkeɪʃə/), also known as wattle, is a large genus of shrubs and trees in the subfamily Mimosoideae of the pea family Fabaceae.
Pronunciation
The word "Acacia" is pronounced as /əˈkeɪʃə/.
Etymology
The name Acacia is derived from the Greek word 'akis' meaning 'sharp point', which is a reference to the thorny nature of some of the plants of this genus.
Description
Acacia trees are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, particularly Australia (where they are called wattles) and Africa, where they are well-known landmarks on the veld and savanna.
Species
There are more than 1,200 species of Acacia worldwide, with a large number of them native to Australia and Africa.
Uses
Acacia has many uses, including as a source of valuable timber, as a food source, and in traditional medicine. Some species of Acacia, such as Acacia senegal, are used to produce gum arabic, a substance used in various industrial applications.
Related Terms
- Mimosoideae: The subfamily of the pea family Fabaceae to which Acacia belongs.
- Fabaceae: The pea family, a large family of flowering plants.
- Gum Arabic: A substance derived from the sap of some species of Acacia, used in various industrial applications.
- Wattle: Another name for Acacia, particularly in Australia.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acacia
- Wikipedia's article - Acacia
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