Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 183 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201458
Common Names
- Anthochaera Wattle
- Anthochaera Acacia
- Acacia Anthochaera
Synonyms
- Racosperma anthochaerum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia anthochaera (also called Silver Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia and is found in open forest and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia anthochaera is used as a ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of firewood and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acacia anthochaera are small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia anthochaera is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of both frost and drought and can be grown in a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Acacia anthochaera
Acacia anthochaera is native to Australia.
Acacia anthochaera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia anthochaera?
Acacia anthochaera
What is the family of Acacia anthochaera?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Acacia anthochaera?
Anthochaera Wattle
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