Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
difficilis
ID:
203282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
A.J.Ewart & O.B.Davies, Fl. N. Territory: 344 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202611



Common Names

  • Difficilis Acacia
  • Difficilis
  • Acacia Difficilis


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma difficile (Maiden) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia tumida Benth., p.p. [deprecated]

Description

Acacia difficilis (also called Difficult Wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia difficilis is used for timber, fuelwood, and as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia difficilis has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia difficilis is an evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Acacia difficilis

Acacia difficilis is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia difficilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia difficilis?

Acacia difficilis

Where is Acacia difficilis native to?

Acacia difficilis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the uses of Acacia difficilis?

Acacia difficilis is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree.

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