Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Fitzg.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
J. Western Australia Nat. Hist. Soc.1: 7 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201731
Common Names
- Acuaria Acacia
- Acuaria Wattle
- Acuaria Thorn
Synonyms
- Racosperma acuarium (W.Fitzg.) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia acuaria (also called 'Needle Acacia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia acuaria is used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia acuaria is a small, yellow-cream flower with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, pale green plant with thin, delicate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia acuaria is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Acacia acuaria
Acacia acuaria can be found in Australia, including the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Acacia acuaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia acuaria?
Acacia acuaria
What is the common name of Acacia acuaria?
Needle-leaved Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia acuaria?
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