Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brockii
ID:
203328

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tindale & Kodela

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Telopea5: 62 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202657



Common Names

  • Brockii Wattle
  • Acacia Brockii
  • Brockii Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma brockii (Tindale & Kodela) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia brockii (also called 'Brock's Wattle', 'Brock's Acacia' and 'Brock's-leaf Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as granite outcrops and koppies.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia brockii is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia brockii has small yellow flowers that are arranged in globular heads. The seeds are small, dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have two opposite, simple leaves that are about 1 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia brockii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Acacia brockii

Acacia brockii can be found in Australia, primarily in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia brockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia brockii?

Acacia brockii

What is the common name of Acacia brockii?

Brock's Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia brockii?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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

Mary Douglas Tindale (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tindale' in the authors string.
Phillip Gerhard Kodela (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kodela' in the authors string.