Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conspersa
ID:
203316

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 140 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202645



Common Names

  • Conspersa Wattle
  • Acacia Conspersa
  • Conspersa Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma conspersum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia conspersa (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia conspersa has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia conspersa is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Acacia conspersa

Acacia conspersa is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia conspersa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia conspersa?

Acacia conspersa

What is the common name of Acacia conspersa?

Scattered Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia conspersa?

Open woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests

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