Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cretacea
ID:
1512755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin & Whibley

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia6: 27 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002020



Common Names

  • Acacia Cretacea
  • Cretacea Satinash
  • Yellow Satinash


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Description

Acacia cretacea (also called 'Cretan Acacia', among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia cretacea has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia cretacea has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia cretacea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia cretacea

Acacia cretacea is native to Australia and can be found in woodlands and open forests.

Acacia cretacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia cretacea?

Acacia cretacea

What is the common name of Acacia cretacea?

Cretan Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia cretacea?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

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