Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 87 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201591
Common Names
- Acacia Clydonophora
- Clydonophora Wattle
- Clydonophora Acacia
Synonyms
- Racosperma clydonophorum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia clydonophora (also called 'Clydonophora Wattle' and 'Clydonophora Acacia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has an upright, open habit with a single trunk and a dense crown of grey-green foliage. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia clydonophora is used for its timber, as a source of fuel, and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acacia clydonophora are small and yellow, and are borne in globular clusters. The seeds are dark brown and flattened, and the seedlings are slender and have a grey-green colour.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia clydonophora is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best grown in well-draining soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Once the seedlings have germinated, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Acacia clydonophora
Acacia clydonophora is native to Australia, and can be found in the northern parts of the country.
Acacia clydonophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia clydonophora?
Acacia clydonophora
What is the common name of Acacia clydonophora?
Cliff Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia clydonophora?
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