Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
203935

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R.: 15 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203264



Common Names

  • Acacia drummondii
  • Drummond's Wattle
  • Drummondii Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia drummondi Lindl. [unknown]
  • Acacia drummondii typica E.Pritz. [invalid]
  • Racosperma drummondii (Lindl.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia drummondii (also called Drummond's wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 8 m tall and has a dense, rounded canopy. It is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia drummondii is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge plant, and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia drummondii sub. elegans Maslin
Acacia drummondii sub. affinis (Maslin) Maslin
Acacia drummondii sub. candolleana (Meisn.) Maslin
Acacia drummondii sub. drummondii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia drummondii has yellow, fluffy flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia drummondii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited to tropical and subtropical climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate short periods of flooding. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acacia drummondii

Acacia drummondii is native to Australia.

Acacia drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia drummondii?

Acacia drummondii

What is the family of Acacia drummondii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia drummondii?

Drummond's Wattle

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

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