Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deficiens
ID:
202624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 340 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201953



Common Names

  • Deficient Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Acacia nodiflora ferox E.Pritz. [valid]
  • Acacia nodiflora scoparia E.Pritz. [valid]
  • Racosperma deficiens (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia deficiens (also called Dwarf Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, spreading crown. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry, deciduous forests, scrub, and grassland. It grows up to 3 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia deficiens is used for fuel, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia deficiens is a yellow-cream globular head. The seed is a brown-black, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender, with a few hairs on the stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia deficiens is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in a wide range of soil types, from sandy to clay. It is also tolerant of moderate frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Acacia deficiens

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

Acacia deficiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia deficiens?

Acacia deficiens

What is the common name of Acacia deficiens?

Deficient Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia deficiens?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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