Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
betchei
ID:
201875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales60: 17 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201204



Common Names

  • Acacia betchei
  • Betchei Acacia
  • Acacia Betchei


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma betchei (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia betchei (also called Betche's Wattle, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 8 m in height, with grey-brown bark and grey-green phyllodes. It is found in a wide range of habitats, from rainforest margins to dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia betchei is used as a source of fuel, timber, and fodder for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia betchei has yellow flowers with five petals and long, thin seed pods. The seed pods are filled with small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia betchei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Acacia betchei

Acacia betchei is native to Australia.

Acacia betchei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia betchei?

Acacia betchei

What is the common name of Acacia betchei?

Betche's Wattle

Where is Acacia betchei native to?

Australia

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.