Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drepanocarpa
ID:
203446

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 137 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202775



Common Names

  • Acacia Drepanocarpa
  • Drepanocarpa Wattle
  • Drepanocarpa Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma drepanocarpum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
  • Racosperma drepanocarpum drepanocarpum [unknown]

Description

Acacia drepanocarpa (also called Hook-leaf Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It has a light grey bark and phyllodes that are hooked at the tip. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia drepanocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a windbreak or shelterbelt.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia drepanocarpa sub. latifolia Pedley
Acacia drepanocarpa sub. drepanocarpa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia drepanocarpa has yellow flowers, which are followed by long, thin seed pods. The seedlings have a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia drepanocarpa is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forests to wetter coastal areas. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Acacia drepanocarpa

Acacia drepanocarpa is native to Western Australia.

Acacia drepanocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia drepanocarpa?

Acacia drepanocarpa

What is the common name of Acacia drepanocarpa?

Sickle Wattle

Where is Acacia drepanocarpa 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