Acacia cochlocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Common Names
- Cochlocarpa Acacia
- Cochlocarpa Wattle
- Cochlocarpa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia cochlocarpa (also called Cochlocarpa Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in all mainland states. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forest to open woodland.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia cochlocarpa 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
Flower: The flower heads of Acacia cochlocarpa are globular, yellow and have a diameter of about 3 mm. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1.5 mm. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia cochlocarpa 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 cochlocarpa
Acacia cochlocarpa is native to the Northern Territory of Australia.
Acacia cochlocarpa FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Acacia cochlocarpa?
Acacia cochlocarpa is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
What is the growth habit of Acacia cochlocarpa?
Acacia cochlocarpa is an upright shrub or small tree with a spreading habit.
What is the size of Acacia cochlocarpa?
Acacia cochlocarpa can grow up to 5 m in height and 3 m in width.
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,