Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burkittii
ID:
203658

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 400 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202987



Common Names

  • Burkitt's Wattle
  • Burkitt Acacia
  • Burkittii Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia acuminata burkitii (F.Muell. ex Benth.) Kodela & Tindale [unknown]
  • Acacia randelliana W.Fitzg. [unknown]
  • Racosperma burkittii (F.Muell. ex Benth.) Pedley [unknown]

Description

Acacia burkittii (also called Burkitt's Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows up to 6 m (20 ft) tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in association with oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia burkittii is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used for making furniture, tools, and weapons, and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia burkittii are yellow and globular, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender and upright, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia burkittii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Acacia burkittii

Acacia burkittii can be found in the semi-arid regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Acacia burkittii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia burkittii?

Acacia burkittii

What is the common name of Acacia burkittii?

Burkittii

Where is Acacia burkittii 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.