Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
difformis
ID:
201845

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.T.Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales22: 154 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201174



Common Names

  • Acacia difformis
  • Difformis Acacia
  • Acacia Difformis


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma difforme (R.T.Baker) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia difformis (also called 'Umbrella Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is covered with short, stiff hairs. It is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia difformis is used for making furniture, fuel, and as an ornamental plant. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia difformis flowers are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia difformis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Germination usually occurs within a few weeks.

Where to Find Acacia difformis

Acacia difformis is native to Australia.

Acacia difformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia difformis?

Acacia difformis

What is the common name of Acacia difformis?

Umbrella Wattle

Where is Acacia difformis native to?

Australia

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