Acacia ammitia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedley
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya10: 314 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443466
Common Names
- Acacia ammitia
- Acacia
- Ammitia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia ammitia (also called Ammitia Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia ammitia is an ornamental tree, often used in gardens and landscaping to add texture and color. It is also used medicinally, as the leaves and bark are believed to have healing properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia ammitia is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia ammitia is a small shrub or tree that can reach up to 5 m (16 ft) in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to help speed up germination. Once the seedlings have grown to a height of around 10 cm (4 in), they can be transplanted into their permanent positions.
Where to Find Acacia ammitia
Acacia ammitia is native to Australia.
Acacia ammitia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia ammitia?
Acacia ammitia
What is the common name of Acacia ammitia?
Ammitia Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia ammitia?
Open woodlands and savannas
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
Leslie Pedley (1930-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedley' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia ammitia Pedley: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.