Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
didyma
ID:
202186

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Chapm. & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia8: 264 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201515



Common Names

  • Didym Wattle
  • Didym Acacia
  • Didym


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Synonyms

  • Acacia elliptica Benth., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Racosperma didymum (A.R.Chapm. & Maslin) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia didymum A.R.O.Chapm. & Maslin [unknown]

Description

Acacia didyma (also called silver wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters high. It is native to Australia and is found in woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia didyma is used for its timber, as a shade tree, and for its edible seeds and pods. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Acacia didyma has yellow or white flowers. Seed: The seeds of Acacia didyma are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Acacia didyma are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia didyma can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia didyma

Acacia didyma can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Acacia didyma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia didyma?

Acacia didyma

What is the natural habitat of Acacia didyma?

Acacia didyma is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What are the uses of Acacia didyma?

Acacia didyma is used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of firewood, timber, and tannins for tanning leather.

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

Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Alex Chapman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Chapm.' in the authors string.