Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Mém. Légum.: 446 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201116
Common Names
- Acacia anceps
- Two-edged Wattle
- Two-edged Acacia
- Two-edged Mimosa
Synonyms
- Acacia pterigoidea Seem. [valid]
- Acacia muelleri Benth. [valid]
- Acacia megaphylla Benth. [invalid]
- Acacia anceps angustifolia Benth. [valid]
- Acacia glaucescens Cels [illegitimate]
- Acacia celsiana Ser. [valid]
- Racosperma anceps (DC.) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia anceps (also called 'Two-edged Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is covered with short, stiff hairs. It is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia anceps is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia anceps flowers are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia anceps is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.
Where to Find Acacia anceps
Acacia anceps is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.
Acacia anceps FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia anceps?
Acacia anceps
What is the common name of Acacia anceps?
Two-edged Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia anceps?
Open woodlands and grasslands
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