Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maiden) Turrill
Source:
ildis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1922: 299 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202489
Common Names
- Acacia dunnii
- Dunn's Acacia
- Dunn Acacia
Synonyms
- Acacia sericata dunnii Maiden [valid]
- Racosperma dunnii (Turrill) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia dunnii (also called 'Dunn's Wattle', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia dunnii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood of Acacia dunnii is used for fuel and construction, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Acacia dunnii is yellow and globular in shape. The seed is brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia dunnii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a year.
Where to Find Acacia dunnii
Acacia dunnii is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and along roadsides in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.
Acacia dunnii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia dunnii?
Acacia dunnii
What is the common name of Acacia dunnii?
Acacia dunnii
What is the family of Acacia dunnii?
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