Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
B.Field, Geogr. Mem. New South Wales: 345 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192748
Common Names
- Doratoxylon Acacia
- Doratoxylon Wattle
- Golden-Fruited Acacia
Synonyms
- Racosperma doratoxylon (A.Cunn.) Pedley [unknown]
Description
Acacia doratoxylon (also called Golden Wattle, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to southeastern Australia, where it is found in wet and dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands. Its leaves are dark green, linear to narrowly elliptic in shape, and measure up to 8 cm in length.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia doratoxylon is used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia doratoxylon has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia doratoxylon is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Acacia doratoxylon
Acacia doratoxylon can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.
Acacia doratoxylon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia doratoxylon?
Acacia doratoxylon
What is the common name of Acacia doratoxylon?
Golden Wattle
What is the family of Acacia doratoxylon?
Fabaceae
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