Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baileyana
ID:
190584

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. Victoria24: 168 (July 1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189913



Common Names

  • Bailey's Acacia
  • Cootamundra Wattle
  • Golden Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Acacia baileyana purpurea F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Acacia baileyana aurea Pescott [valid]
  • Racosperma baileyanum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia baileyana purpurea L.H.Bailey & E.Z.Bailey [invalid]

Description

Acacia baileyana (also called Cootamundra Wattle, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with yellow flowers and a woody root. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, open habitats such as woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia baileyana is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia baileyana has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia baileyana is a perennial plant native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Acacia baileyana

Acacia baileyana is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Acacia baileyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia baileyana?

Acacia baileyana

What is the common name of Acacia baileyana?

Cootamundra Wattle

What is the habitat of Acacia baileyana?

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