Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ammobia
ID:
203526

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maconochie

Source:
ildis

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.1: 180 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202855



Common Names

  • Ammobia Wattle
  • Ammobia Acacia
  • Ammobia Wirilda


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma ammobium (Maconochie) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia ammobia (also called Ammobium Wattle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, such as woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia ammobia is used as a source of fuelwood, timber, and fodder. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including as a treatment for fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia ammobia is yellow in colour. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened pod. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia ammobia is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loam, and clay. It is tolerant of moderate frosts and can be grown in USDA Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Acacia ammobia

Acacia ammobia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia ammobia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia ammobia?

Acacia ammobia

What is the common name of Acacia ammobia?

Gidgee

Where is Acacia ammobia native to?

Australia

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