Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calyculata
ID:
203433

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 379 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202762



Common Names

  • Acacia Calyculata
  • Calyculata Wattle
  • Calyculata Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma calyculatum (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia australis Domin ex Velen. [valid]
  • Acacia vilhelmii Domin [valid]

Description

Acacia calyculata (also called Calyculate Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands. Its leaves are grey-green, and its flowers are yellow and appear in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia calyculata is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a windbreak or shelterbelt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia calyculata has yellow, globular flower heads. The seeds are 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 calyculata is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forests to wetter coastal areas. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Acacia calyculata

Acacia calyculata is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Acacia calyculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia calyculata?

Acacia calyculata

What are the common names of Acacia calyculata?

Calyculata Wattle, Calyculata Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia calyculata?

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.