Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
203713

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fragm.3: 129 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203042



Common Names

  • Alpina Acacia
  • Alpina Wattle
  • Alpina


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Synonyms

  • Acacia longifolia alpina (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [valid]
  • Racosperma alpinum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia alpina (also called Alpine Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows up to 6 m (20 ft) tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in association with oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia alpina is used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and for firewood. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower heads of Acacia alpina are globular, yellow and have a diameter of about 3 mm. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1.5 mm. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia alpina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they root. Acacia alpina prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia alpina

Acacia alpina is native to Queensland, Australia.

Acacia alpina FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Acacia alpina?

Acacia alpina is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the growth habit of Acacia alpina?

Acacia alpina is an upright shrub or small tree with a spreading habit.

What is the size of Acacia alpina?

Acacia alpina can grow up to 5 m in height and 3 m in width.

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