Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Chem. & Druggist Australas.2: 73 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202946
Common Names
- Acacia craspedocarpa
- Craspedocarpa Wattle
- Craspedocarpa Acacia
Synonyms
- Acacia euphleba W.Fitzg. [valid]
- Racosperma craspedocarpum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia craspedocarpa (also called Craspedocarpa Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of up to 5 m (16 ft). It has an open crown and its bark is grey-brown and rough. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia craspedocarpa is used for its wood, which is used for furniture, firewood, and construction. Its bark has been used for tanning leather, and its gum has been used for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Creamy white, globular heads of numerous small flowers. Seed: Seed pods are dark brown, flat, and woody. Seedlings: Young seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia craspedocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Acacia craspedocarpa
Acacia craspedocarpa can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.
Acacia craspedocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia craspedocarpa?
Acacia craspedocarpa
What are the common uses of Acacia craspedocarpa?
Acacia craspedocarpa is commonly used for timber, fuel, and as a source of tannins.
What is the growth habit of Acacia craspedocarpa?
Acacia craspedocarpa is a small to medium-sized shrub or tree, typically growing to a height of 3-10 m (10-33 ft).
Species in the Acacia genus
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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,
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