Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
203081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.2: 307 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202410



Common Names

  • Dolichophylla Acacia
  • Long-Leaved Wattle
  • Long-Leaved Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma dolichophyllum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia dolichophylla (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree or shrub native to Australia. It has a smooth, grey bark, and its leaves are bipinnate and up to 10 cm long. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia dolichophylla is used as a windbreak, soil stabilizer, and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia dolichophylla is yellow in colour. The seed is small, round and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia dolichophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia dolichophylla

Acacia dolichophylla is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Acacia dolichophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia dolichophylla?

Acacia dolichophylla

What is the family of Acacia dolichophylla?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Acacia dolichophylla?

Dry sclerophyll forests

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