Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aulacophylla
ID:
202904

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 241 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202233



Common Names

  • Aulacophylla Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma aulacophyllum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia aulacophylla (also called Many-leaved Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 5 m. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia aulacophylla is used as a source of firewood, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia aulacophylla are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia aulacophylla is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in autumn or early spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Acacia aulacophylla

Acacia aulacophylla is found in Australia.

Acacia aulacophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia aulacophylla?

Acacia aulacophylla

What is the common name of Acacia aulacophylla?

Aulacophyllous Acacia

What type of soil does Acacia aulacophylla prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.