Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crombiei
ID:
187096

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
ildis

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland53: 213 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186425



Common Names

  • Acacia crombiei
  • Crombie's Wattle
  • Crombie's Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia crombei C.T.White [unknown]
  • Racosperma crombiei (C.T.White) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia crombiei (also called Crombie's Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry savannas, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are compound with a single pair of leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia crombiei is used as an insecticide and pesticide. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia crombiei is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia crombiei is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Acacia crombiei

Acacia crombiei is native to Australia. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Acacia crombiei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia crombiei?

Acacia crombiei

What is the common name of Acacia crombiei?

Acacia

What is the family of Acacia crombiei?

Fabaceae

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