Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acellerata
ID:
202941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia13: 2 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202270



Common Names

  • Acellerata Acacia
  • Acellerata Wattle
  • Acellerata Thorn


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Synonyms

  • Acacia leptoneura pungens Meisn. [valid]
  • Racosperma acelleratum (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia acellerata (also called Prickly Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats such as woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia acellerata is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia acellerata has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia acellerata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Acacia acellerata

Acacia acellerata can be found in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Acacia acellerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia acellerata?

Acacia acellerata

What is the common name of Acacia acellerata?

Acellerata

What is the natural habitat of Acacia acellerata?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Acacia genus

Acacia constricta, Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia koa, Acacia scleroxyla, Acacia verticillata, Acacia kauaiensis, Acacia brandegeana, Acacia breviracemosa, Acacia retinodes, Acacia neriifolia, Acacia acuminata, Acacia complanata, Acacia excelsa, Acacia georginae, Acacia kettlewelliae, Acacia phlebophylla, Acacia prominens, Acacia binervata, Acacia buxifolia, Acacia brachybotrya, Acacia bivenosa, Acacia calamifolia, Acacia cardiophylla, Acacia chrysotricha, Acacia constablei, Acacia caesiella, Acacia decora, Acacia fasciculifera, Acacia falciformis, Acacia flavescens, Acacia gladiiformis, Acacia gilbertii, Acacia hakeoides, Acacia ixiophylla, Acacia lanigera, Acacia lineata, Acacia luteola, Acacia latifolia, Acacia montana, Acacia megacephala, Acacia mabellae, Acacia mollifolia, Acacia oswaldii, Acacia obtusifolia, Acacia pulchella, Acacia polybotrya, Acacia rhodoxylon, Acacia rubida, Acacia rigens, Acacia stricta,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
William Blakely (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakely' in the authors string.