Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ancistrocarpa
ID:
203414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia13: 31 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202743



Common Names

  • Acacia ancistrocarpa
  • Ancistrocarpa Wattle
  • Ancistrocarpa Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma ancistrocarpum (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia pachycarpa Benth., p.p. [deprecated]

Description

Acacia ancistrocarpa (also called Hooked Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands. Its leaves are grey-green, and its flowers are yellow and appear in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia ancistrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a windbreak or shelterbelt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia ancistrocarpa has yellow, globular flower heads. The seeds are dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have two opposite, simple leaves that are about 1 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia ancistrocarpa is a fast-growing shrub that can reach a height of 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft). It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Acacia ancistrocarpa

Acacia ancistrocarpa can be found in Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia ancistrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia ancistrocarpa?

Acacia ancistrocarpa

What is the common name of Acacia ancistrocarpa?

Hook-fruited Wattle

What is the family of Acacia ancistrocarpa?

Fabaceae

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

Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
William Blakely (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakely' in the authors string.