Acacia bifaria - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 160 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202012
Common Names
- Acacia bifaria
- Two-veined Acacia
- Two-veined Hickory
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- Racosperma bifarium (Maslin) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia bifaria (also called Two-leaved Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia bifaria is used as a source of firewood, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of fuel and charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia bifaria is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.
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Acacia bifaria is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach up to 75 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Acacia bifaria
Acacia bifaria can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.
Acacia bifaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia bifaria?
Acacia bifaria
What is the common name of Acacia bifaria?
Two-leaved Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia bifaria?
Open woodlands and dry, rocky hillsides
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
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia bifaria Maslin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.