Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedley
Source:
ildis
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb.15: 6 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202608
Common Names
- Brass' Acacia
- Brass Acacia
- Acacia Brassii
Synonyms
- Racosperma brassii (Pedley) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia brassii (also called Brass's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia brassii is used for timber, fuelwood, and as a shade tree.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia brassii has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia brassii is an evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Acacia brassii
Acacia brassii is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Acacia brassii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia brassii?
Acacia brassii
Where is Acacia brassii native to?
Acacia brassii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
What are the uses of Acacia brassii?
Acacia brassii is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree.
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